Tapps Lake Dike No 15
Key Takeaway
Tapps Lake Dike No 15 is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | WA00431 |
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
Cascade Water Alliance
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Tapps Lake Dike No 15?
Tapps Lake Dike No 15 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 Tapps Lake Dike No 15?
Tapps Lake Dike No 15 is owned by Cascade Water Alliance (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tapps Lake Dike No 15 built?
Tapps Lake Dike No 15 was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Tapps Lake Dike No 15?
Tapps Lake Dike No 15 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 Tapps Lake Dike No 15 last inspected?
Tapps Lake Dike No 15 was last inspected on July 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.