Mallard Marsh Dam

Pend Oreille, Washington· Built 1960· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mallard Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage168 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge22 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDWA00721

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Little Diamond Campground

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mallard Marsh Dam?

Mallard Marsh 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 Mallard Marsh Dam?

Mallard Marsh Dam is owned by Little Diamond Campground (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mallard Marsh Dam built?

Mallard Marsh Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mallard Marsh Dam?

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

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.