Bagley

BAGLEY CREEK· Whatcom, Washington· Built 1927· Concrete·
High Hazard Other Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Bagley is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length64 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge40 cfs
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)
NID IDWA01719

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 7, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bagley?

Bagley is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bagley?

Bagley is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bagley built?

Bagley was completed in 1927, making it 99 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bagley?

Bagley serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Bagley last inspected?

Bagley was last inspected on November 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.