Seatac Airport Pond G Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Seatac Airport Pond G, located in Burien, Washington, is a local government-owned flood risk reduction structure that plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 2009, this earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 10.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet. With a surface area of 3.1 acres and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles, the dam helps control the flow of Miller Creek to Puget Sound, reducing the risk of flooding in the region.

Managed by the Washington Department of Ecology, Seatac Airport Pond G has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition, as assessed in June 2020. The dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The surrounding area, within Congressional District 09, benefits from this vital infrastructure that safeguards against potential water-related emergencies and provides essential protection to local communities and ecosystems.

As a key component in the water resource infrastructure of King County, Seatac Airport Pond G serves as a testament to effective water management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With a commitment to state regulations and regular inspections, this structure exemplifies the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding against natural hazards and ensuring the sustainable use of water resources for the benefit of all stakeholders.

Year Completed

2009

Dam Length

350

River Or Stream

Miller Creek to Puget Sound

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.1

Hydraulic Height

10.5

Drainage Area

0.11

Nid Storage

27

Structural Height

10.5

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.