Isaak Dam No 4

Douglas, Washington· Built 1987· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Isaak Dam No 4 is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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 TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Drainage Area150 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDWA00591

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: November 10, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Dugualla Bay Company LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Isaak Dam No 4?

Isaak Dam No 4 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 Isaak Dam No 4?

Isaak Dam No 4 is owned by Dugualla Bay Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Isaak Dam No 4 built?

Isaak Dam No 4 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Isaak Dam No 4?

Isaak Dam No 4 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 Isaak Dam No 4 last inspected?

Isaak Dam No 4 was last inspected on November 10, 2023. 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.