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Washington — Okanogan County — Little Nespelem River

Location

StateWashington
CountyOkanogan
RiverLittle Nespelem River
Coordinates48.22230, -118.89380

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length150 ft
NID Storage23,033 acre-ft
Max Storage23,033 acre-ft
Surface Area499 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 14, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1915
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerBIA

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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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