Tapps Lake Backflow Prevention Structure

Washington — Pierce County

Location

StateWashington
CountyPierce
Coordinates47.19657, -122.13974

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length
NID Storage55,500 acre-ft
Max Storage46,655 acre-ft
Surface Area2,570 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 20, 2017
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed2007
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerCascade Water Alliance

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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