Ludvick Lake Dam dam
Ludvick Lake Dam
Ludvick Lake Dam, located in Kitsap, Washington, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology. This earth dam was completed in 1950 and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a length of 250 feet. It stands on Ludvick Lake Creek and has a low hazard potential, not yet rated for its condition.
The dam has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres, providing a picturesque setting for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its age, the dam has not been modified in recent years and has a history of meeting inspection and regulatory requirements. With a maximum discharge of 17 cubic feet per second, it offers a tranquil environment for visitors to appreciate the surrounding natural beauty.
Although Ludvick Lake Dam is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, it continues to be a well-maintained structure with no reported emergencies or major risk assessments. As a key feature in the Ludvick Lake area, the dam contributes to the local ecosystem and provides a safe and enjoyable space for outdoor activities. With its scenic location and recreational benefits, Ludvick Lake Dam is a valuable destination for those interested in water resources and climate conservation.
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 Ludvick Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Duckabush River Near Brinnon | 155 cfs | → |
| Nf Skokomish R Bl Staircase Rpds Nr Hoodsport | 118 cfs | → |
| Huge Creek Near Wauna | 7 cfs | → |
| Skokomish River Near Potlatch | 512 cfs | → |
| Big Quilcene River Below Diversion Nr Quilcene | 40 cfs | → |
| North Fork Skokomish River Near Potlatch | 254 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ludvick Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Lorna Lee Way Mason County
- Northeast State Highway 300 Mason County
- Miami Beach Road Northwest 9810, Seabeck
- 3041 E Mason Lake Dr E, Grapeview, Wa 98546
- Highway 3 18560, Belfair
- Highway 106 5101, Union
Campgrounds
- Tahuya River Horse Camp
- Hamma Hamma Cabin
- Hamma Hamma
- Hamma Hamma Campground
- Camp Hahobas
- Belfair State Park
Paddle runs
- Brothers Wilderness Boundary To Olympic Nf Boundary
- Olympic Nf/Olympic Np Bounary To Brothers Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Duckabush River
- Headwaters To Southern Boundary Of Olympic National Park
- Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries And Excludes Scout Lake And Hagen Lake To Confluence With Duckabush River
- Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River
Track Ludvick Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Ludvick Lake Dam
Where does the data for Ludvick Lake 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 Low 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 Ludvick Lake Dam.