Whatcom Lake Dam
Washington — Whatcom County — Whatcom Creek
Location
| State | Washington |
| County | Whatcom |
| River | Whatcom Creek |
| Coordinates | 48.75787, -122.42247 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 109 ft |
| NID Storage | 70,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 70,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 10, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1937 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Bellingham City Public Works Dept |
Location Map
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.