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The Swift No 2 Hydroelectric Project, located in Cougar, Washington, is a remarkable feat of engineering designed by the Bechtel Corporation.
Completed in 1959, this project harnesses the power of the Lewis River to generate hydroelectricity, providing a sustainable energy source for the region. With a dam height of 106 feet and a hydraulic height of 63 feet, the project has a structural height of 121 feet and a storage capacity of 2500 acre-feet.
Operated by a Public Utility, the Swift No 2 Hydroelectric Project is regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, ensuring its safe and efficient operation. The project's spillway, with a width of 537 feet, helps to control water flow and prevent flooding in the surrounding area. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this hydroelectric project plays a crucial role in meeting the energy needs of the community while minimizing environmental impact.
Overall, the Swift No 2 Hydroelectric Project is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of human engineering in utilizing renewable energy sources. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, this project serves as a model for future developments in the water resource and climate sector, showcasing the potential for environmentally-friendly energy solutions to meet growing energy demands.
Speelyai Creek Near Cougar
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42cfs |
Canyon Creek Near Amboy
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210cfs |
Muddy Creek Below Clear Creek Near Cougar
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524cfs |
Lewis River Above Muddy River Near Cougar
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899cfs |
Lewis River At Ariel
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2840cfs |
East Fork Lewis River Near Heisson
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383cfs |
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
16700 |
Dam Height |
106 |
River Or Stream |
Lewis River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
95 |
Hydraulic Height |
63 |
Nid Storage |
2500 |
Structural Height |
121 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
121 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Beaver bay
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2-B
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2-A
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Lake Merrill- State Forest
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Swift Forest Camp
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Berry Camp
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Nw1/4 Of Sec 9, T5N, R6E To Ne1/4 Of Sec 6, T5N, R5E
Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary To Maximum Pool Of Swift Reservoir In Nw1/4 Of Sec 35, T7N, R6E
Confluence With Smith Creek To Confluence With Lewis River
Mt. Adams Wilderness Boundary To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
Middle Of Sec 19, T8N, R7E To Confluence With Muddy River In Se1/4 Of Sec 1, T7N, R6E
(Upper Muddy Segment) Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 10, T8N, R5E To Conflence With Smith Creek