Yelm Canal Dike

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWashington
CountyThurston
Nearest CityNone
River/StreamNisqually River
Coordinates46.97262, -122.63775

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length48,050 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage350 acre-ft
Max Storage350 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Max Discharge750 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCity of Centralia
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection06/06/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWA00753
Federal IDWA00753
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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