Leach Creek Stormwater Detention Dam

Washington — Pierce County — Leach Creek

Location

StateWashington
CountyPierce
RiverLeach Creek
Coordinates47.22603, -122.50733

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,000 ft
NID Storage183 acre-ft
Max Storage183 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 11, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1960
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTacoma City Environmental Services

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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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