Prospect Forebay Dam

Jackson County, Oregon (near None)

River/Stream: North Fork, Rogue River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
31 ft
Dam Length
1,040 ft
Reservoir Storage
30 acre-ft
Year Completed
1911
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
1,080 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-05-23

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
OR04092
State
Oregon (OR)
Coordinates
42.74175, -122.51411
Age
115 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.