Carmen Diversion

Linn County, Oregon (near McKenzie Bridge)

River/Stream: McKenzie River

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
17 ft
Dam Length
2,100 ft
Reservoir Storage
260 acre-ft
Year Completed
1963
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
6,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

UnsatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-09-21

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Unsatisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
OR00539
State
Oregon (OR)
Coordinates
44.33840, -122.00570
Age
63 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.