Duncan Dam No 2

Tr-Pend Oreille River· Pend Oreille, Washington· Built 1966· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Duncan Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area95 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge139 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDWA00044

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 25, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

MichaelHamblen

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Duncan Dam No 2?

Duncan Dam No 2 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 Duncan Dam No 2?

Duncan Dam No 2 is owned by MichaelHamblen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Duncan Dam No 2 built?

Duncan Dam No 2 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Duncan Dam No 2?

Duncan Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Duncan Dam No 2 last inspected?

Duncan Dam No 2 was last inspected on May 25, 2000. 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.