Diablo

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWashington
CountyWhatcom
Nearest CityNewhalem/Diablo
River/StreamSkagit River
Coordinates48.71340, -121.13180

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height389 ft
Dam Height389 ft
Dam Length1,180 ft
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage89,200 acre-ft
Max Storage89,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage50,000 acre-ft
Surface Area770 acres
Drainage Area1,160 sq mi
Max Discharge105,300 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCity of Seattle
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/16/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWA00170
Federal IDWA00170
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams