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Tualatin River, Trib To
April 15, 2025


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Walters, Glenn #5 is a privately owned earth dam located in Blooming, Oregon, along the Tualatin River. Completed in 1984 for the primary purpose of irrigation, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet. With a surface area of 10.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.23 square miles, Walters, Glenn #5 plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.

Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, this dam is rated as having a significant hazard potential. The dam features a slide (sluice gate) for outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 152 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the last inspection was conducted in February 2017 and the dam is subject to regular inspections every three years to ensure its safety and integrity.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Walters, Glenn #5 serves as a noteworthy example of how privately owned dams contribute to irrigation infrastructure in the Pacific Northwest. Its location along the Tualatin River tributary highlights the interconnectedness of water resources in the region, while its construction and maintenance by private entities underscore the importance of effective regulatory oversight to ensure the safety and sustainability of such critical infrastructure.

Year_Completed 1984
Dam_Height 29
River_Or_Stream TUALATIN RIVER, TRIB TO
Dam_Length 800
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 10.7
Hydraulic_Height 26
Drainage_Area 0.23
Nid_Storage 102
Structural_Height 29
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate)
Hazard_Potential Significant
Nid_Height 29
       

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