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Crow Creek, located in Wasco, Oregon, is a crucial water supply dam that was completed in 1968. With a height of 113 feet and a storage capacity of 1150 acre-feet, this rockfill dam serves the primary purpose of providing water to the local community in The Dalles. The dam, situated on the South Fork Mill Creek, covers a surface area of 31 acres and has a drainage area of 12.5 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Crow Creek Dam has a high hazard potential and is classified as having fair condition. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2500 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last one taking place in July 2020. Overall, Crow Creek Dam plays a vital role in ensuring water security for the region while adhering to strict regulatory guidelines to maintain public safety and environmental sustainability.
Year_Completed | 1968 |
Dam_Height | 113 |
River_Or_Stream | SOUTH FORK MILL CREEK |
Dam_Length | 765 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
Surface_Area | 31 |
Hydraulic_Height | 111 |
Drainage_Area | 12.5 |
Nid_Storage | 1150 |
Structural_Height | 115 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 115 |