Scabrock Feeders Dam 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Adams County, Washington, the Scabrock Feeders Dam 3, also known as Taggares Dam No.
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Summary
3, was completed in 1968 and serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure for the area. The dam, which is privately owned, is regulated by the Washington Dept of Ecology and is designed to store water from Tr-Crab Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in providing water for irrigation and other purposes in the region.
Constructed as an earth dam with a multi-arch core, the Scabrock Feeders Dam 3 stands at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 10 feet. The dam stretches 790 feet in length and covers a surface area of 64 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated, and no emergency action plan has been prepared or updated. With a drainage area of 0.36 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 33 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area.
While the Scabrock Feeders Dam 3 has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, its importance in water resource management cannot be understated. As a key structure in the region, the dam's role in storing and regulating water flow from Tr-Crab Creek highlights the critical need for ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in Adams County, Washington.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
790 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Crab Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
64 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.36 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Crab Creek Near Moses Lake
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34cfs |
Crab Creek Near Beverly
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165cfs |
Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam
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103000cfs |
Crab Creek At Irby
|
2cfs |
Yakima River At Kiona
|
20700cfs |
Palouse River At Hooper
|
391cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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