Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam

Charleston Creek-Offstream· Kitsap, Washington· Built 2006· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDWA00241

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Bremerton City

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam?

Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam?

Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam is owned by Bremerton City (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam built?

Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam?

Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam last inspected?

Wright Creek Stormwater Pond Dam was last inspected on December 27, 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.