John C Boyle is a privately owned hydroelectric dam located on the Klamath River in Oregon.
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Constructed in 1958, this gravity dam stands at a height of 68 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 3,380 acre-feet. With a surface area of 420 acres and a drainage area of 4,080 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and generating hydroelectric power in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, John C Boyle serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation and recreation. The dam features controlled spillways, slide and tainter gates, and a vertical lift gate for outlet control. With a high hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety standards are met.
Water and climate enthusiasts will be captivated by the intricate details of John C Boyle, from its rock foundations to its stone core structure. As a key player in water resource management in Klamath, Oregon, this dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing the power of nature for both energy and recreational purposes.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
693 |
Dam Height |
68 |
River Or Stream |
Klamath River |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
420 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
4080 |
Nid Storage |
3380 |
Structural Height |
68 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Tainter (radial) - 3, Vertical Lift - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
68 |
Klamath River Blw John C.Boyle Pwrplnt
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902cfs |
Klamath River At Keno
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698cfs |
Ady Canal At Highway 97
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39cfs |
Klamath Straits Drain Near Worden
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1cfs |
North Canal At Highway 97
|
104cfs |
Link River At Klamath Falls
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928cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Topsy campground
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Topsy
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Klamath River Campground
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Frain Ranch Camp
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