Mountain Meadows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Meadows Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | WA00030 |
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
Pend Oreille County
Local Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mountain Meadows Lake Dam?
Mountain Meadows Lake 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 Mountain Meadows Lake Dam?
Mountain Meadows Lake Dam is owned by Pend Oreille County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Meadows Lake Dam built?
Mountain Meadows Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Mountain Meadows Lake Dam?
Mountain Meadows Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Mountain Meadows Lake Dam last inspected?
Mountain Meadows Lake Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.