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Inspection flags McGregor Dam as high risk; parks staff to coordinate with Game and Fish
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Summary
Parks staff presented an inspection report saying McGregor Dam has been listed as high-risk by the department of dam safety because the town of McGregor lies immediately downstream; staff cited pine trees encroaching on the dam as a structural concern and said they will meet with Game and Fish to coordinate responses.
Parks staff presented an inspection report showing McGregor Dam has long been listed as high risk by the department of dam safety, in part because the town of McGregor is immediately downstream and would be exposed if the dam failed.
“I just wanted to put this in there so you guys could have it and you guys could see,” the agency official said, describing the report and noting the primary concern raised by local Game and Fish staff: pine trees growing on the dam whose roots could compromise the structure. Staff said they have not yet met with Game and Fish but plan to do so to identify next steps.
The presenter said the report identifies multiple issues beyond vegetation, and that staff will coordinate with Game and Fish and other relevant parties to evaluate mitigation options. The presenter framed the work as proactive, noting there are people who would prefer removing the dam but saying staff view it as an important recreation asset to protect.
No formal action was taken at the meeting on the inspection report; staff requested direction and said they would continue coordination with Game and Fish and report back.
