Konyn Dairy Lagoon Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Konyn Dairy Lagoon, located in Lane County, Oregon, is a privately owned water retention structure regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 50.1 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is listed as "Other," the dam serves essential functions in managing water resources in the region.

With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Konyn Dairy Lagoon has not been modified in recent years and meets inspection frequency requirements every six years. Despite its modest size and capacity, the lagoon plays a crucial role in water management, particularly in a state like Oregon where climate change is impacting water availability and quality. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not detailed in the available data, but its presence underscores the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climatic conditions.

As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates continue to monitor and assess the impact of climate change on water availability and quality, structures like Konyn Dairy Lagoon represent vital components of the infrastructure that supports water management efforts. With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, these structures play a crucial role in mitigating risks and ensuring the resilience of water resources in the face of a changing climate. As efforts to address climate change intensify, understanding the role of structures like Konyn Dairy Lagoon becomes increasingly important in securing sustainable water resources for future generations.

Dam Height

10

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

50.1

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.