Wanapum

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWashington
CountyKittitas
Nearest CityRichland, WA
River/StreamColumbia River
Coordinates46.87340, -119.97119

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height206 ft
Dam Height93 ft
Dam Length8,639 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage796,000 acre-ft
Max Storage796,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage590,000 acre-ft
Surface Area14,590 acres
Drainage Area95,000 sq mi
Max Discharge1,400,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerGrant County PUD
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/03/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWA00085
Federal IDWA00085
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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