Flying Goose Ranch Wetland Dam No 1, located in Pend Oreille, Washington, is a vital water resource structure with a primary purpose of supporting Fish and Wildlife Pond activities.
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Constructed in 1995, this Earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 10 feet, providing a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a surface area of 60 acres. Its low hazard potential and condition assessment of "Not Rated" reflect its stable and well-maintained status.
Managed by the Washington Department of Ecology, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow in the Tr - Pend Oreille River, with a maximum discharge capacity of 140 cubic feet per second. With a drainage area of 4.4 square miles, the dam contributes to the conservation of the local ecosystem and wildlife habitats. The dam's location within Congressional District 05, Washington, underlines its importance in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
As a publicly owned utility structure, Flying Goose Ranch Wetland Dam No 1 is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement by state agencies to ensure its safe operation and compliance with regulatory standards. Although its emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently unspecified, the dam's critical role in supporting wildlife, water storage, and flood control activities underscores its significance for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
358 |
River Or Stream |
Tr - Pend Oreille River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
4.4 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Priest R Outflow Nr Coolin
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764cfs |
Pend Oreille River At Newport Wa
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17000cfs |
Priest River Nr Priest River Id
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955cfs |
Pend Oreille River Below Box Canyon Near Ione
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17400cfs |
Outlet Creek Near Metaline Falls
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19cfs |
Little Spokane River At Elk
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48cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Browns Lake Campground
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Browns Lake
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Panhandle
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Panhandle Campground
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Panhandle Campgrounds
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South Skookum Campground
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