Galesville is a gravity dam located in Glendale, Oregon, with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Completed in 1985, this structure stands at a height of 162.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 155 feet. With a storage capacity of 117,000 acre-feet and a drainage area of 73.3 square miles, Galesville plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
The dam also serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, hydroelectric power generation, and providing a habitat for fish and wildlife. Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Galesville has a spillway type of uncontrolled and a hazard potential rated as high. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the emergency action plan was last revised in May 2021, indicating a commitment to ensuring the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Located on Cow Creek, a tributary of the Umpqua River, Galesville not only supports agricultural irrigation but also offers recreational opportunities with a surface area of 640 acres. As a significant feature in the water management system of Douglas County, Oregon, Galesville stands as a testament to effective dam engineering and the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
162.5 |
River Or Stream |
Cow Creek, Umpqua River |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
640 |
Hydraulic Height |
155 |
Drainage Area |
73.3 |
Nid Storage |
117000 |
Structural Height |
167 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
167 |
Cow Creek Near Azalea
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37cfs |
Cow Creek Abv Galesville Res
|
12cfs |
South Umpqua River At Tiller
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192cfs |
Elk Creek Nr Drew
|
6cfs |
Cow Creek Near Riddle
|
86cfs |
West Fork Cow Creek Near Glendale
|
19cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Chief Miwaleta
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Devils Flat
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Devils Flat Guard Station
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Charles V. Stanton Park
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