Centralia Coal Mine Dam No 44, also known as Widco Dam No.
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44, is a public utility owned dam located in Centralia, Washington. Completed in 1975, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of containing tailings from coal mining operations. Situated on Tr-Packwood Creek, it has a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 8 feet, with a storage capacity of 325 acre-feet.
Managed by the Washington Department of Ecology, Centralia Coal Mine Dam No 44 is classified as having a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has not been recently inspected, but inspection, enforcement, and permitting are all conducted by the state regulatory agency. With a drainage area of 1.58 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and mitigating potential risks associated with its operation.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Centralia Coal Mine Dam No 44 remains an important structure in the region, ensuring the safe containment of tailings and maintaining water quality in Tr-Packwood Creek. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory efforts that go into managing this essential piece of infrastructure in Centralia, Washington.
Year Completed |
1975 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Packwood Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
1.58 |
Nid Storage |
325 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
| 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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