Leaburg Canal and Forebay

Oregon — Lane County — McKenzie River

Location

StateOregon
CountyLane
RiverMcKenzie River
Coordinates44.10177, -122.68952

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length400 ft
NID Storage459 acre-ft
Max Storage459 acre-ft
Surface Area

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 13, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1930
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerEugene Water and Electric Board

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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.

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