Big Creek #1 (Lower)
Oregon — Lincoln County — Big Creek
Location
| State | Oregon |
| County | Lincoln |
| River | Big Creek |
| Coordinates | 44.65491, -124.04379 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| NID Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 29, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1951 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Newport |
| Other Name | None |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.