Swift No. 1

Lewis River· Skamania, Washington· Built 1958· Earth· 412 ft tall

Physical Details

Dam Height 412 ft (taller than 96.7% in WA)
Dam Length2,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage755.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage755.5K acre-ft
Surface Area4,620 acres
Drainage Area477 sq mi
Max Discharge184,300 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDWA00147

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 3, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PacifiCorp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Swift No. 1?

Swift No. 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Who owns Swift No. 1?

Swift No. 1 is owned by PacifiCorp (Private).

When was Swift No. 1 last inspected?

Swift No. 1 was last inspected on May 3, 2022.

When was Swift No. 1 built?

Swift No. 1 was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old.

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.