Oregon Code § 540.446·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Dams
not subject to ORS 540.443 to 540.491.
(1) ORS 540.443 to 540.491 do not apply to:
(a) A dam that is
less than 10 feet in height; or
(b) A dam that
impounds less than 3 million gallons of water or wastewater.
(2) Except as
provided in this subsection, ORS 540.443 to 540.491 do not apply to dams
regulated under a federal dam safety program. If there is a potential or actual
risk of dam failure at a dam regulated under a federal dam safety program, the
Water Resources Department may aid in the inspection of the dam and may provide
advice and assistance to prevent, mitigate or respond to a potential or actual
dam failure. [2019 c.390 §3]
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 540.446
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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