Lower Monumental Lock and Dam

Washington — Franklin County — SNAKE RIVER

Location

StateWashington
CountyFranklin
RiverSNAKE RIVER
Coordinates46.56219, -118.53769

Physical Characteristics

NID Height226 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length3,800 ft
NID Storage432,000 acre-ft
Max Storage432,000 acre-ft
Surface Area6,590 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 29, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1969
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Walla Walla District
Other NameLake Herbert G. West

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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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