CHESTER MORSE LAKE AT CEDAR FALLS

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December 21, 2024
1,565 ft 47.41, -121.72


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Morse Lake Overflow Dike, also known as the Crib Dam, is a gravity dam located in Cedar Falls, King County, Washington. Completed in 1904, this structure serves as a vital component of the water supply infrastructure in the area, managing the flow of the Cedar River. With a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, the dam spans a length of 440 feet and has a storage capacity of 75,000 acre-feet.

Managed by the Washington Department of Ecology, Morse Lake Overflow Dike is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its continued functionality and safety. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. The structure has not been modified in recent years and lacks detailed emergency action plans, but it remains a crucial asset for water resource management in the region.

Located in Congressional District 08, Washington, Morse Lake Overflow Dike plays a significant role in maintaining water supply stability and protecting against potential flooding events. As a gravity dam with a multi-arch core design, it stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering and continues to serve the community of Cedar Falls and surrounding areas.

Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change 0%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 1,537.67 ft
2015-10-30
Maximum 1,567.09 ft
2008-05-22
Average 1,552 ft
Hydraulic_Height 30
Drainage_Area 81.4
Year_Completed 1904
Nid_Storage 75000
Structural_Height 18
Primary_Dam_Type Gravity
Foundations Soil
Surface_Area 1682
River_Or_Stream Cedar River
Dam_Length 440
Hazard_Potential Low
Nid_Height 30
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