Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Located in Skagit, Washington, the Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons serve as a vital public utility managed by the Washington Department of Ecology.


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Summary

This offstream facility, completed in 1974, stands as an Earth-type dam with a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a length of 2400 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 9.2 acre-feet and a maximum of 19 acre-feet, this sewage lagoon system covers an impressive surface area of 8.4 acres.

Despite its fair condition assessment in 2020, the Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons pose a significant hazard potential, necessitating regular inspections every 5 years. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2017, signaling the importance of maintaining readiness for potential incidents. With Rick Larsen representing Congressional District 02, the facility operates under state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure compliance with water resource management guidelines.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons provide a fascinating case study in infrastructure management and environmental stewardship. With a strategic location near Friday Creek and a capacity to store and treat wastewater effectively, this facility showcases the intersection of public utility service and ecological responsibility. As we continue to navigate the challenges of climate change and water resource management, facilities like the Samish Wd Sewage Lagoons play a crucial role in safeguarding our waterways and communities for a sustainable future.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

2400

River Or Stream

Offstream - Friday Cr.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.4

Hydraulic Height

8

Nid Storage

19

Structural Height

8

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

8
       
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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.