Kyte Dam

Tr-Skookumchuck River· Thurston, Washington· Built 1966· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kyte Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 Length253 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge154 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDWA01057

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: January 2, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Southwest Resources LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kyte Dam?

Kyte 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 Kyte Dam?

Kyte Dam is owned by Southwest Resources LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kyte Dam built?

Kyte Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Kyte Dam?

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

When was Kyte Dam last inspected?

Kyte Dam was last inspected on January 2, 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.