The St Clair Stormwater Detention Dam, also known as the St.
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Clair Detention Basin Dam, is a critical piece of infrastructure located within Bellingham City Limits in Whatcom County, Washington. Owned by the local government and regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology, this earth dam was completed in 1986 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Fever Creek. Standing at a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood hazards.
With a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.64 square miles, the St Clair Dam covers a surface area of 2.3 acres and has a maximum discharge rate of 1335 cubic feet per second. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its condition assessment is rated as satisfactory. The last inspection in April 2018 confirmed its structural integrity, while emergency action plans are in place to ensure the safety of nearby residents in the event of a dam failure. As a vital component of the local water resource management system, the St Clair Stormwater Detention Dam serves as a crucial safeguard against potential flooding risks in the area.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
550 |
River Or Stream |
Fever Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.64 |
Nid Storage |
31 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Cedar Lake Camp
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Pine Lake Camp
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Larrabee State Park
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Lizard Lake Camp
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Northwest Trail site
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