Deardorff, Betty Jane is a privately owned dam located in Scotts Mills, Oregon, along the Little Coal Creek.
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Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 65 feet and has a storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet. It serves a primary purpose that is categorized as 'Other', with a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it features slide gates as outlet gates.
The dam has a structural height of 68 feet and a hydraulic height of 58 feet, with a length of 450 feet. It covers a surface area of 60.3 acres and has a drainage area of 1 square mile. The dam is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one being conducted in May 2018. The risk assessment for Deardorff, Betty Jane is classified as moderate, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the water resources it protects.
Overall, Deardorff, Betty Jane is a vital water resource infrastructure in Clackamas County, Oregon, with a history of providing essential water storage and flood control benefits. As a privately owned dam, it is subject to state regulations and inspections to maintain its structural integrity and mitigate potential risks. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would find this dam's data intriguing, as it offers a glimpse into the engineering and management of a key piece of infrastructure that plays a critical role in water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE COAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
58 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
1300 |
Structural Height |
68 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
68 |
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