Located in Burns, Oregon, Willow-Skull Dam stands as a gravity dam on an unnamed tributary to Skull Creek, serving primarily for recreation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 1970 by the Bureau of Land Management, this structure boasts a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a dam length of 571 feet. Despite its poor condition assessment, the dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a high risk assessment rating of 2.
With a maximum storage capacity of 74.5 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of the same, Willow-Skull Dam covers a surface area of 12 acres and drains an area of 4 square miles. Although lacking a spillway, the dam has a maximum discharge of 1903 cubic feet per second. Its risk management measures, condition assessment, and emergency action plan readiness are currently under review, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and longevity of this important water resource infrastructure in Harney County, Oregon.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
571 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed Tributary to Skull Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
74.5 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Yellowjacket
|
||
Emigrant
|
||
Emigrant Campground
|