Beitey Lake Dam

Tr-Colville River· Stevens, Washington· Built 1934· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beitey Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length140 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge160 cfs
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)
NID IDWA00064

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 19, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Beitey Enterprises

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beitey Lake Dam?

Beitey Lake Dam 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 Beitey Lake Dam?

Beitey Lake Dam is owned by Beitey Enterprises (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beitey Lake Dam built?

Beitey Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Beitey Lake Dam?

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

When was Beitey Lake Dam last inspected?

Beitey Lake Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2021. 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.