Lower Baker

Skagit County, Washington (near Concrete)

River/Stream: Baker River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Arch
Height
285 ft
Dam Length
550 ft
Reservoir Storage
146,279 acre-ft
Year Completed
1927
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
54,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2022-07-11

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

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

Location

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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.