Cooper Creek in Sutherlin, Oregon, is a local government-owned dam that serves the primary purposes of recreation and water supply.
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Managed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam was completed in 1971 and stands at a height of 84 feet, with a storage capacity of 5200 acre-feet. The dam spans 1443 feet across Cooper Creek, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1100 cubic feet per second.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Cooper Creek Dam has a moderate risk rating of 3. The dam is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a drainage area of 4.4 square miles and a surface area of 140 acres, Cooper Creek Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, making it a vital asset for both recreational activities and water supply for the community.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1443 |
Dam Height |
84 |
River Or Stream |
COOPER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
140 |
Hydraulic Height |
82 |
Drainage Area |
4.4 |
Nid Storage |
5200 |
Structural Height |
88 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
88 |
North Umpqua River At Winchester
|
1720cfs |
Little River At Peel
|
2120cfs |
Little Wolf Creek Near Tyee
|
4cfs |
South Umpqua River Near Brockway
|
424cfs |
Umpqua River Near Elkton
|
2560cfs |
Coast Fork Willamette R Blw Cottage Grove Dam
|
81cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Whistlers Bend County Park
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Amacher County Park
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Amacher Park
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