Camp Kwoneesum Dam dam
Camp Kwoneesum Dam
Camp Kwoneesum Dam, also known as Wildboy Creek Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Skamania, Washington. Completed in 1964, this rockfill dam stands at a hydraulic height of 60 feet, with a structural height of 55 feet and a length of 250 feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 102 acre-feet.
Managed by the Washington Department of Ecology, Camp Kwoneesum Dam is state regulated and inspected, with enforcement measures in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of February 2020, this dam plays a crucial role in the management of the Wildboy Creek Tr-Washougal River system. The dam's location in Congressional District 03, Washington, under the representation of Jaime Herrera Beutler, further highlights its significance in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and recreational aspects of Camp Kwoneesum Dam, as well as its role in providing vital storage and flow regulation for the surrounding area. The dam's historical significance, along with its risk management measures and inspection frequency, showcase the commitment to maintaining its integrity while ensuring public safety. As a key component of the water infrastructure in Skamania, Washington, this rockfill dam stands as a testament to the balance between human recreation and environmental stewardship in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Camp Kwoneesum Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Creek At Troutdale | 1 cfs | → |
| Fairview Creek At Glisan St Near Gresham | 6 cfs | → |
| North Fork Bull Run River Near Multnomah Falls | 27 cfs | → |
| Sandy River Blw Bull Run River | 1,150 cfs | → |
| Bull Run River Near Multnomah Falls | 156 cfs | → |
| Johnson Creek At Regner Road | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Kwoneesum Dam.
Boat launches
- Dalton Point, Bridal Veil
- Interstate 84, Corbett
- Northeast Bucher Lane 60505, Cascade Locks
- Doetsch Ranch Road, Stevenson
- Heritage Park
- Southeast Leadbetter Road 100-898, Camas
Campgrounds
- Dougan Falls- State Forest
- Dougan Creek Campground
- Cold Creek- State Forest
- Copper City Campsite
- Equestrian Camp
- Ainsworth State Park
Paddle runs
- Headwaters In Sw 1/4 Of Sec 8, T4n, R6e To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 13, T6n, R7e To Hemlock Road Bridge In Nw1/4 Of Sec 26, T4n, R7e
- Nw1/4 Of Sec 9, T5n, R6e To Ne1/4 Of Sec 6, T5n, R5e
- Hemlock Road Bridge To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
- Sandy River
- Mt. Hood Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Sandy River
Track Camp Kwoneesum Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Camp Kwoneesum Dam
Where does the data for Camp Kwoneesum Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Camp Kwoneesum Dam.