Ross

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWashington
CountyWhatcom
Nearest CityDiablo
River/StreamSkagit River
Coordinates48.73220, -121.06770

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height540 ft
Dam Height540 ft
Dam Length1,300 ft
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,452,750 acre-ft
Max Storage1,452,750 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,435,000 acre-ft
Surface Area11,680 acres
Drainage Area978 sq mi
Max Discharge85,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCity of Seattle
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWA00169
Federal IDWA00169
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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