Franklin Roosevelt Lake At Grand Coulee Dam Reservoir Report

Nearby: North

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

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Summary

Roosevelt Lake is a reservoir created by the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington. The lake was named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who dedicated the dam in 1941. The dam is the largest hydroelectric facility in the United States and provides power to millions of homes. The lake has a surface area of over 100 square miles and is fed by the Columbia River and nearby snowpacks. It provides irrigation for agricultural land in the region and is a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The lake is also an important habitat for fish and wildlife, including salmon, trout, and bald eagles.

Reservoir Details

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change 0.0%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 1,217.69 ft
2011-05-07
Maximum 1,290.0 ft
2011-08-02
Average 1,282 ft
Dam_Height 550
Hydraulic_Height 380
Drainage_Area 74100
Year_Completed 1941
Nid_Storage 9562000
Structural_Height 550
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 82300
Hazard_Potential High
River_Or_Stream COLUMBIA RIVER
Dam_Length 5673
Primary_Dam_Type Concrete
Nid_Height 550
       
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Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft Levels

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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.