Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D
Key Takeaway
Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 119 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | WA01675 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Boeing Co Seattle
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D?
Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D?
Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D is owned by Boeing Co Seattle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D built?
Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D?
Boeing Auburn Drainage Ditch Detention D serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.