Educket Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Educket Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 41.3% in WA) |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | WA00473 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Educket Creek Dam?
Educket Creek Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Educket Creek Dam?
Educket Creek Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Educket Creek Dam built?
Educket Creek Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Educket Creek Dam?
Educket Creek Dam has a dam height of 35 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.