Cle Elum Dike 2 dam
Cle Elum Dike 2
Cle Elum Dike 2, located in Kittitas County, Washington, is a federal-owned structure managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Built in 1932, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans 97 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 437,000 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the Cle Elum River and serves as a crucial component in water resource management for the region.
Despite its low hazard potential, Cle Elum Dike 2 plays a vital role in flood control and water storage, particularly in the face of changing climate patterns. The dam's association with three other structures underscores its importance in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential inundation. With regular inspections by the Bureau of Reclamation and an Emergency Action Plan in place, Cle Elum Dike 2 is well-prepared to mitigate any risks and ensure the safety of nearby communities.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor the impacts of climate change on water infrastructure, Cle Elum Dike 2 stands as a testament to the importance of resilient and well-maintained structures in safeguarding our communities and natural resources. With a rich history dating back to the early 20th century, this dam serves as a beacon of engineering excellence and a critical piece of infrastructure in the region's water management system.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Cle Elum Dike 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| American River Near Nile | 283 cfs | → |
| Cedar River Below Bear Creek Near Cedar Falls | 116 cfs | → |
| Icicle Creek Above Snow Creek Near Leavenworth | 866 cfs | → |
| Sf Snoqualmie River Ab Alice Creek Near Garcia | 267 cfs | → |
| Cedar River Near Cedar Falls | 404 cfs | → |
| Greenwater River At Greenwater | 253 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cle Elum Dike 2.
Boat launches
- Lake Cabins Road Kittitas County
- Salmon La Sac Road, Ronald
- Bakers Lane, Easton
- Cooper Lake Boat Launch
- Keechelus Lake Boat Launch
- Leavenworth Public Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Wish Poosh Campground
- Wish Poosh
- Ensign Ranch
- Indian Camp- State Forest
- Lake Easton State Park
- Cle Elum River
Paddle runs
- Private Land Boundary To Head Of Lake Cle Elum Reservoir
- Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 29, T24n, R13e To Confluence With Cle Elum River
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Private Land Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 3, T23n, R14e
- Confluence With Ranier Fork To Confluence With Bumping River
- Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 12, T24n, R13e To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Tye River
Track Cle Elum Dike 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Cle Elum Dike 2
Where does the data for Cle Elum Dike 2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Cle Elum Dike 2.