Happy Valley Stormwater Detention Basin

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWashington
CountyWhatcom
Nearest CityWithin Bellingham City Limits
River/StreamTr-Padden Creek
Coordinates48.72124, -122.47783

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height14 ft
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage27 acre-ft
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,500 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerBellingham City Public Works Dept
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/11/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWA01347
Federal IDWA01347
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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