High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam

Juanita Creek· King, Washington· Built 1991· Earth·
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Length95 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage29 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDWA00613

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: February 15, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Kirkland City

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam?

High Woodlands Stormwater Detention 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 High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam?

High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam is owned by Kirkland City (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam built?

High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam?

High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam last inspected?

High Woodlands Stormwater Detention Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2024. 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.