Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 6.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 350 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | WA00099 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Camas City Public Works Dept
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam is owned by Camas City Public Works Dept (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam built?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam last inspected?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Lower Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.