Owyhee Dam
Oregon, Malheur County, OWYHEE RIVER
Location
| State | Oregon |
| County | Malheur |
| River | OWYHEE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 43.64200, -117.24270 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 417 ft |
| Dam Height | 417 ft |
| Dam Length | 833 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,120,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,120,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13,900 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 14, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1932 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
| Other Name | Lake Owyhee |
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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.