Hochstein Dam #3
Hochstein Dam #3 is a dam located in Washington County, Oregon. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Hochstein Dam #3
The primary purpose of Hochstein Dam #3 is hydroelectric. The dam generates hydroelectric power by channeling water through turbines, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity. The dam is owned by Ron Hochstein (private).
The dam stands 45 feet tall, and has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 03/19/2015. That was over 11 years ago.
At 45 feet, this dam is taller than 91% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | Oregon |
| County | Washington |
| Coordinates | 45.45749, -123.06495 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | RON HOCHSTEIN |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 03/19/2015 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | OR03829 |
| Federal ID | OR03829 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |