Judy Reservoir Dam A

Tr-Skagit River· Skagit, Washington· Built 1946· Earth·
High Hazard Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Judy Reservoir Dam A is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 Length687 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.4K acre-ft
Surface Area140 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge58 cfs
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)
NID IDWA00183

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: August 8, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Skagit Cnty PUD No 1

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Judy Reservoir Dam A?

Judy Reservoir Dam A 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 Judy Reservoir Dam A?

Judy Reservoir Dam A is owned by Skagit Cnty PUD No 1 (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Judy Reservoir Dam A built?

Judy Reservoir Dam A was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Judy Reservoir Dam A?

Judy Reservoir Dam A serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Judy Reservoir Dam A last inspected?

Judy Reservoir Dam A was last inspected on August 8, 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.