Lakemont Stormwater Pond

Lewis Creek· King, Washington· Built 1992· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lakemont Stormwater Pond is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length930 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge581 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDWA01651

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 25, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Bellevue City Utilities Dept

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakemont Stormwater Pond?

Lakemont Stormwater Pond 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 Lakemont Stormwater Pond?

Lakemont Stormwater Pond is owned by Bellevue City Utilities Dept (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakemont Stormwater Pond built?

Lakemont Stormwater Pond was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Lakemont Stormwater Pond?

Lakemont Stormwater Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Lakemont Stormwater Pond last inspected?

Lakemont Stormwater Pond was last inspected on August 25, 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.