Johnson Pond Dam

Offstream - Rutherford Creek· King, Washington· Built 2011· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Johnson Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed2011 (15 years old)
NID IDWA01999

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: July 13, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

King County Natural Resources and Parks

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnson Pond Dam?

Johnson Pond 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 Johnson Pond Dam?

Johnson Pond Dam is owned by King County Natural Resources and Parks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Johnson Pond Dam built?

Johnson Pond Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Johnson Pond Dam?

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

When was Johnson Pond Dam last inspected?

Johnson Pond Dam was last inspected on July 13, 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.