Durhack Dam No 2, located in San Juan, Washington, was completed in 1968 and is owned and regulated by a private entity.
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The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and is classified as an Earth-type structure with a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 7 feet. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.05 square miles, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition assessment status.
Situated on the Tr-Rocky Bay, Durhack Dam No 2 has a maximum discharge of 58 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 125 acres. Despite lacking specific spillway information, the dam's associated structures and inspection frequency remain unspecified. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are also not disclosed, suggesting a potential gap in emergency preparedness protocols and risk mitigation strategies. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be intrigued by the unique characteristics and operational aspects of this dam, prompting further exploration into its management and regulatory framework.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
139 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Rocky Bay |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
125 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Nooksack River At Ferndale
|
42100cfs |
Samish River Near Burlington
|
2230cfs |
Skagit River Near Mount Vernon
|
133000cfs |
Olsen Creek Near Bellingham
|
11cfs |
Carpenter Creek At N Shore Drive Nr Bellingham
|
31cfs |
Brannian Creek At S Bay Dr Nr Wickersham
|
41cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Spencer Spit State Park Campground
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Moran State Park Campground
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Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite
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