Yale
Lewis River·
Cowlitz, Washington·
Built 1953·
Earth·
323 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 323 ft (taller than 92.4% in WA) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 402.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 402.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,783 acres |
| Drainage Area | 592 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | WA00148 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 25, 2022
State Regulated: No
Ownership
PacifiCorp
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Yale?
Yale is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Yale?
Yale is owned by PacifiCorp (Private).
When was Yale last inspected?
Yale was last inspected on July 25, 2022.
When was Yale built?
Yale was completed in 1953, making it 73 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.