Iman Lake Dam

Foster Creek· Skamania, Washington· Built 1996· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Iman Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge177 cfs
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDWA01770

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 3, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Skamania Lodge

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Iman Lake Dam?

Iman Lake Dam 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 Iman Lake Dam?

Iman Lake Dam is owned by Skamania Lodge (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Iman Lake Dam built?

Iman Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Iman Lake Dam?

Iman Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Iman Lake Dam last inspected?

Iman Lake Dam was last inspected on April 3, 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.