Chelan

Chelan County, Washington (near Chelan Falls (unincorporated))

River/Stream: Chelan River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
66 ft
Dam Length
490 ft
Reservoir Storage
676,100 acre-ft
Year Completed
1927
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
39,100 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2022-06-16

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
WA00004
State
Washington (WA)
Coordinates
47.83470, -120.01330
Age
99 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.