Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | 0.04% |
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 |
River_Or_Stream | Cedar River |
Foundations | Soil |
Surface_Area | 1682 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Dam_Length | 440 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
Nid_Height | 30 |
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.