Lake Kittyprince Dam

Icy Creek· King, Washington· Built 1967· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Kittyprince Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDWA00201

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: February 6, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

WA DCYF Echo Glen Children’s Center

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Kittyprince Dam?

Lake Kittyprince 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 Lake Kittyprince Dam?

Lake Kittyprince Dam is owned by WA DCYF Echo Glen Children’s Center (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Kittyprince Dam built?

Lake Kittyprince Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lake Kittyprince Dam?

Lake Kittyprince 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 Lake Kittyprince Dam last inspected?

Lake Kittyprince Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2024. 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.