River Mill, located in Carver, Oregon along the Clackamas River, is a privately owned hydroelectric dam that was completed in 1911.
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With a dam height of 85 feet and a hydraulic height of 70 feet, this Buttress type dam serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation and recreation. The dam has a storage capacity of 2300 acre-feet and a spillway width of 405 feet, making it an important water resource structure in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, River Mill has a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being unavailable. Despite this, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for continued monitoring and maintenance. The dam has two flap outlet gates and a surface area of 150 acres, serving as a vital component of the local water management system. With its historical significance and modern-day functionality, River Mill stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Oregon.
Year Completed |
1911 |
Dam Length |
936 |
Dam Height |
85 |
River Or Stream |
Clackamas River |
Primary Dam Type |
Buttress |
Surface Area |
150 |
Hydraulic Height |
70 |
Drainage Area |
671 |
Nid Storage |
2300 |
Structural Height |
85 |
Outlet Gates |
Flap - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
85 |
Clackamas River At Estacada
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3970cfs |
Nate Creek Tributary Near Colton
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6cfs |
Sandy River Blw Bull Run River
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5440cfs |
Little Sandy River Near Bull Run
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312cfs |
Clackamas River Near Oregon City
|
6250cfs |
Bull Run River Near Bull Run
|
1960cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hiker/Biker sites
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Chinook Group Camp
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Kingfisher Group Camp
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McIver State Park
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Metzler Park
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Barton Park
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