Davis Lake Dam dam
Davis Lake Dam
Davis Lake Dam in Sherman, Oregon, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department. This earthen dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 54.6 acre-feet, serving primarily for purposes classified as "Other." The dam's low hazard potential and "Not Rated" condition assessment suggest a stable and secure structure.
Located in the Portland District, Davis Lake Dam features a slide gate as its outlet control mechanism and was last inspected in December 2015. Despite its relatively small surface area of 8.7 acres and lack of associated structures, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam ensures the safe and efficient utilization of water resources in the area, making it a vital component of the local hydrological infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Davis Lake Dam represents a fascinating example of private ownership contributing to water management efforts in Oregon. With its strategic location and functional design, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and regulating water infrastructure for environmental sustainability and community well-being. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Davis Lake Dam will play a crucial role in adapting to and mitigating the challenges posed by shifting hydrological patterns.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Davis Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deschutes River At Moody | 3,800 cfs | → |
| Columbia River At The Dalles | 190,000 cfs | → |
| John Day River At Mcdonald Ferry | 865 cfs | → |
| Warm Springs River Near Kahneeta Hot Springs | 229 cfs | → |
| Pine Creek Near Clarno | 8 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek | 34 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davis Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Beavertail Campground
- Mack's Canyon Non-Motorized Launch
- Oscar Lange Launch
- Pine Tree Recreation Site
- Pine Tree
- Buckhollow Recreation Site
Campgrounds
- Rattlesnake Canyon Campground
- Jones Canyon Campground
- Beavertail
- Beavertail Campground
- Macks Canyon
- D23.66r
Track Davis Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Davis Lake Dam
Where does the data for Davis Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Davis Lake Dam.