Centralia Coal Mine Dam No 6b, also known as Widco Dam No.
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6b, is a significant structure owned by a public utility in Lewis, Washington. Built in 1970 by the Centralia Mining Company, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of storing tailings from the mining operations. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 12 feet, with a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.02 square miles.
Located on Tr-Hanaford Creek, Centralia Coal Mine Dam No 6b has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition. While it is regulated and inspected by the Washington Department of Ecology, the last inspection took place in July 2001. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in July 2021, with no reported incidents or risk assessments. With a history of public utility ownership and state jurisdiction, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, despite being relatively small in size with a surface area of 15 acres.
Year Completed |
1970 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Hanaford Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Tenino City Park
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Stan Hedwall Park
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Millersylvania State Park
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Millersylvania State Park Campground
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