Taggares Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Taggares Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,838 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WA00033 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Othello Rod & Gun Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taggares Dam No 1?
Taggares Dam No 1 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 Taggares Dam No 1?
Taggares Dam No 1 is owned by Othello Rod & Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taggares Dam No 1 built?
Taggares Dam No 1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Taggares Dam No 1?
Taggares Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.