Havvaski Waterski Pond

Tr-Black River· Thurston, Washington· Built 1992· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Havvaski Waterski Pond is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length3,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area83 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge15 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDWA01718

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

GaryGiacomini

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Havvaski Waterski Pond?

Havvaski Waterski Pond 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 Havvaski Waterski Pond?

Havvaski Waterski Pond is owned by GaryGiacomini (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Havvaski Waterski Pond built?

Havvaski Waterski Pond was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Havvaski Waterski Pond?

Havvaski Waterski Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

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.