Muhs Quarry Dam
Muhs Quarry Dam is an other dam located in Yamhill County, Oregon. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About Muhs Quarry Dam
The primary purpose of Muhs Quarry Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Tdm Company (private). It impounds the Unnamed; Trib South Yamhill near Mcminnville.
The dam stands 40 feet tall, and has a storage capacity of 202 acre-feet.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 12/05/2019.
At 40 feet, this dam is taller than 87% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | Oregon |
| County | Yamhill |
| Nearest City | Mcminnville |
| River/Stream | Unnamed; Trib South Yamhill |
| Coordinates | 45.21677, -123.23524 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Other |
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | TDM COMPANY |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 12/05/2019 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | OR03812 |
| Federal ID | OR03812 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |