Hilltop Waterski Pond

Tr - Quilceda Creek· Snohomish, Washington· Built 1995· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hilltop Waterski Pond is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge16 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDWA00616

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Skoog, Gordon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hilltop Waterski Pond?

Hilltop Waterski Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hilltop Waterski Pond?

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

When was Hilltop Waterski Pond built?

Hilltop Waterski Pond was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Hilltop Waterski Pond?

Hilltop 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.

When was Hilltop Waterski Pond last inspected?

Hilltop Waterski Pond was last inspected on October 28, 2020. 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.