Coldwater Debris Dam

NORTH FORK OF COLDWATER CREEK· Cowlitz, Washington· Built 1981· Earth· 200 ft tall
Unknown Other Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Coldwater Debris Dam is classified as unknown in Washington. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 200 ft (taller than 79.3% in WA)
Dam Length4,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage64.5K acre-ft
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDWA00771

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 6, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coldwater Debris Dam?

Coldwater Debris Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Coldwater Debris Dam?

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

When was Coldwater Debris Dam built?

Coldwater Debris Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Coldwater Debris Dam?

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

How tall is Coldwater Debris Dam?

Coldwater Debris Dam has a dam height of 200 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Coldwater Debris Dam last inspected?

Coldwater Debris Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2011. 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.