Cow Palace Lagoon 2
Key Takeaway
Cow Palace Lagoon 2 is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 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 Length | 1,960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | WA00764 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Cow Palace, LLC
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cow Palace Lagoon 2?
Cow Palace Lagoon 2 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 Cow Palace Lagoon 2?
Cow Palace Lagoon 2 is owned by Cow Palace, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cow Palace Lagoon 2 built?
Cow Palace Lagoon 2 was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Cow Palace Lagoon 2?
Cow Palace Lagoon 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Cow Palace Lagoon 2 last inspected?
Cow Palace Lagoon 2 was last inspected on September 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.