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The Fish Barrier Dam, located in Skagit, Washington, is a concrete structure built in 1959 with a primary purpose of serving as a fish barrier. Owned by a public utility, the dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a structural height of 36 feet. It spans 150 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Baker River, serves as a critical infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the Fish Barrier Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite the lack of state regulation and inspection, the dam is regularly inspected by the federal agency to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With a controlled spillway and two other controlled outlet gates, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water management for the surrounding area.
Although the condition assessment of the Fish Barrier Dam is currently marked as "Not Available," the structure remains a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. With its strategic location and purpose as a fish barrier, the dam serves as a key asset in maintaining the ecological balance of the Baker River while also contributing to the overall climate resilience of the region.
Year_Completed | 1959 |
Dam_Height | 19 |
River_Or_Stream | Baker River |
Dam_Length | 150 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
Surface_Area | 7 |
Drainage_Area | 215 |
Nid_Storage | 84 |
Structural_Height | 36 |
Outlet_Gates | Other Controlled - 2 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock |
Nid_Height | 36 |