Detroit Dam
Oregon, Linn County, NORTH SANTIAM RIVER
Location
| State | Oregon |
| County | Linn |
| River | NORTH SANTIAM RIVER |
| Coordinates | 44.72173, -122.25010 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 463 ft |
| Dam Height | 369 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,580 ft |
| NID Storage | 455,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 455,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,490 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 13, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Portland District |
| Other Name | Detroit Lake |
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.