Dragoon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dragoon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | WA00342 |
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
Dragoon Lake LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Deer Park Aeration Lagoon
Spokane, WA
High HazardDeer Park Sewage Treatment Lagoon
Spokane, WA
High HazardDeer Park Waste Water Storage Lagoon
Spokane, WA
High HazardDeer Park Wastewater Storage Lagoon No
Spokane, WA
High HazardBeryl Baker Dam
Stevens, WA
High HazardPonderosa Lake Dam
Stevens, WA
High HazardLoon Lake Aeration Lagoon
Stevens, WA
High HazardLoon Lake Waste Storage Lagoon
Stevens, WA
High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dragoon Lake Dam?
Dragoon Lake Dam 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 Dragoon Lake Dam?
Dragoon Lake Dam is owned by Dragoon Lake LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dragoon Lake Dam built?
Dragoon Lake Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Dragoon Lake Dam?
Dragoon 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.