Alder

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWashington
CountyPierce
Nearest CityYelm, WA
River/StreamNisqually River
Coordinates46.80104, -122.31016

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height330 ft
Dam Height285 ft
Dam Length1,487 ft
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage241,195 acre-ft
Max Storage241,195 acre-ft
Normal Storage214,500 acre-ft
Surface Area3,065 acres
Drainage Area286 sq mi
Max Discharge80,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCity of Tacoma
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/23/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWA00257
Federal IDWA00257
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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