Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons

Offstream - Friday Cr.· Skagit, Washington· Built 1974· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDWA01990

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Samish Water District

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons?

Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons?

Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons is owned by Samish Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons built?

Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons?

Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons last inspected?

Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons was last inspected on November 15, 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.