Spring Hill Dam in Malaga, Washington, is a captivating Earth dam completed in 1918 primarily for recreation purposes, with additional benefits for irrigation.
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Humidity
With a height of 30 feet and a length of 800 feet, the dam provides a serene 33-acre surface area for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam is situated on Tr-Stemilt Creek-Offstream, within the jurisdiction of the Washington Dept of Ecology, ensuring proper regulation, inspection, and enforcement to maintain its structural integrity.
Despite its age, Spring Hill Dam remains in satisfactory condition, with a high hazard potential due to its location and purpose. Regular inspections, last conducted in May 2018, help monitor its safety, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 520 acre-feet, serving as a valuable water resource in the region. While the dam has not experienced significant modifications in recent years, its historical significance and importance for both water management and recreation make it a notable structure in the area.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
800 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Stemilt Creek-Offstream |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
520 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Wenatchee River At Monitor
|
36300cfs |
Wenatchee River At Peshastin
|
35500cfs |
Icicle Creek Above Snow Creek Near Leavenworth
|
5180cfs |
Entiat River Near Entiat
|
1950cfs |
Mad River At Ardenvoir
|
368cfs |
Yakima River At Umtanum
|
16400cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Squilchuck State Park Campground
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Wenatchee Confluence State Park
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Tronsen
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Lion Rock Spring
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