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FISH BARRIER DAM

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Rock Dam Baker River
April 24, 2025


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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
       

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