West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam dam
West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam
West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam, also known as Bremerton Reservoir No. 3, is a vital structure owned by the local government in Kitsap, Washington. Designed by Montgomery Water Group, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. The dam, completed in 2006, stands at a hydraulic height of 34 feet and a structural height of 14.5 feet, with a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.2 acres.
Situated along Charleston Creek-Offstream, the West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam is regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology and undergoes regular inspection to ensure its fair condition and high hazard potential are closely monitored. With a drainage area of 0.5 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing stormwater and reducing the risk of flooding in the region. Its location in Congressional District 06, Washington, underscores its importance in protecting the local community and environment.
As a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction, the West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local government and regulatory agencies to safeguard the community from potential hazards. The dam's design, construction, and operation reflect a commitment to environmental stewardship and public safety, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change. Its strategic location and effective maintenance underscore the critical role that dams play in enhancing resilience to extreme weather events and ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources 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 West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Huge Creek Near Wauna | 7 cfs | → |
| Duckabush River Near Brinnon | 155 cfs | → |
| Duwamish River At Golf Course At Tukwila | 6,700 cfs | → |
| Big Quilcene River Below Diversion Nr Quilcene | 40 cfs | → |
| Thornton Creek Near Seattle | 41 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Near Mouth At Orillia | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Kitsap Lake Road Northwest 278, Bremerton
- Sheldon Boulevard 510, Bremerton
- Katherine Street Northwest 4800-4856, Bremerton
- Chico Beach Drive Northwest 5398, Kitsap County
- Northeast Steinman Lane 3925, Bremerton
- East Main Street 8067, Port Orchard
Campgrounds
- Illahee State Park
- Green Mountain Horse Camp
- Manchester State Park Campground
- Manchester State Park
- Cascadia Marine Trail
- Wwta Campsite (Human Powered Boats Only)
Paddle runs
- Brothers Wilderness Boundary To Olympic Nf Boundary
- Olympic Nf/Olympic Np Bounary To Brothers Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries (Upstream From Station Creek) To Confluence With Dosewallips River
- Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Dosewallips River
- Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Duckabush River
Track West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam
Where does the data for West Hills Stormwater Pond 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 West Hills Stormwater Pond Dam.