Yale Saddle Dam

Washington — Cowlitz County — Lewis River

Location

StateWashington
CountyCowlitz
RiverLewis River
Coordinates45.97000, -122.34030

Physical Characteristics

NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length1,600 ft
NID Storage402,000 acre-ft
Max Storage402,000 acre-ft
Surface Area3,783 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 16, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1953
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerPacifiCorp

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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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