Shoecraft Lake Outlet

Tulalip Creek· Snohomish, Washington· Built 1952· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Shoecraft Lake Outlet is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length74 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage830 acre-ft
Normal Storage630 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDWA00442

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
Last Inspection: July 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

WA DFW

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shoecraft Lake Outlet?

Shoecraft Lake Outlet 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 Shoecraft Lake Outlet?

Shoecraft Lake Outlet is owned by WA DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shoecraft Lake Outlet built?

Shoecraft Lake Outlet was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Shoecraft Lake Outlet?

Shoecraft Lake Outlet 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 Shoecraft Lake Outlet last inspected?

Shoecraft Lake Outlet was last inspected on July 28, 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.