Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 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 | 1,220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | WA00118 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Camas City Public Works Dept
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper Dam?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper 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 Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper Dam?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper 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 Upper Dam built?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper 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 Upper Dam?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper 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 Upper Dam last inspected?
Lacamas & Round Lakes Upper Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.