The Sylvia Lake Dam in Grays Harbor County, Washington, stands as a testament to the state's commitment to water resource management and climate resilience.
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Built in 1918, this buttress dam on Sylvia Creek serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a tranquil escape for visitors in the Montesano area. The dam boasts a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 320 acre-feet.
Despite its historical significance and recreational value, the Sylvia Lake Dam faces challenges in terms of its condition assessment, with a poor rating and a high hazard potential. The Washington Department of Ecology plays a crucial role in regulating, inspecting, and enforcing safety measures for this structure. With a drainage area of 5.07 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1510 cubic feet per second, ensuring the dam's integrity is vital for protecting downstream communities and the surrounding environment. As climate change impacts intensify, the resilience and maintenance of this dam become even more crucial for sustainable water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
120 |
River Or Stream |
Sylvia Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Buttress |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
5.07 |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Wynoochee River Above Black Creek Nr Montesano
|
3750cfs |
Satsop River Near Satsop
|
3850cfs |
Chehalis River At Porter
|
15100cfs |
Wynoochee River Above Save Creek Near Aberdeen
|
2920cfs |
Willapa River Near Willapa
|
1160cfs |
Humptulips River Below Hwy 101 Nr Humptulips
|
3060cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lake Sylvia State Park
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Schafer State Park
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Schaefer State Park Campground
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