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Horseshoe Lake Dam, located in Chewelah, Washington, is a private structure designed by Hahn Engineering and completed in 2003. This earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 45 feet and a structural height of 35 feet, with a storage capacity of 1280 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is to serve as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, providing essential habitat for local wildlife and recreational opportunities for visitors.
Managed by the Washington Department of Ecology, Horseshoe Lake Dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections to ensure its safe operation. With a hazard potential classified as high, the dam's condition assessment in 2015 was deemed satisfactory. The surrounding area boasts a surface area of 30 acres and a drainage area of 3.65 square miles, making it a significant water resource in Stevens County, Washington.
Overall, Horseshoe Lake Dam plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational amenities for the community. With its strategic location on Tr - Cottonwood Creek and strong state regulation, this dam serves as a valuable asset in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year_Completed | 2003 |
River_Or_Stream | Tr - Cottonwood Creek |
Dam_Length | 120 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 30 |
Hydraulic_Height | 45 |
Drainage_Area | 3.65 |
Nid_Storage | 1280 |
Structural_Height | 35 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 45 |
HANGMAN CREEK AT SPOKANE | 107cfs |
PEND OREILLE RIVER BELOW BOX CANYON NEAR IONE | 28000cfs |
FIGHTING CREEK NEAR ROCKFORD BAY ID | 2cfs |
SPOKANE RIVER BELOW NINE MILE DAM AT SPOKANE | 8890cfs |
SPOKANE RIVER AT SPOKANE | 8010cfs |
COLVILLE RIVER AT KETTLE FALLS | 622cfs |
SPOKANE RIVER NR POST FALLS ID | 7640cfs |