Windsor Waterski Pond

Tr-Nisqually River· Thurston, Washington· Built 1992· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Windsor Waterski Pond is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area125 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge78 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDWA01711

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: No
Last Inspection: June 29, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Windsor Estates Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Windsor Waterski Pond?

Windsor Waterski Pond 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 Windsor Waterski Pond?

Windsor Waterski Pond is owned by Windsor Estates Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Windsor Waterski Pond built?

Windsor Waterski Pond was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Windsor Waterski Pond?

Windsor Waterski Pond 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 Windsor Waterski Pond last inspected?

Windsor Waterski Pond was last inspected on June 29, 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.