Seatac Airport Pond G

Miller Creek to Puget Sound· King, Washington· Built 2009· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Seatac Airport Pond G is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 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 Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge298 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
Year Modified2013
NID IDWA01972

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: July 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Port of Seattle Headquarters

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seatac Airport Pond G?

Seatac Airport Pond G 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 Seatac Airport Pond G?

Seatac Airport Pond G is owned by Port of Seattle Headquarters (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Seatac Airport Pond G built?

Seatac Airport Pond G was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Seatac Airport Pond G?

Seatac Airport Pond G 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 Seatac Airport Pond G last inspected?

Seatac Airport Pond G was last inspected on July 12, 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.