Calispell Creek Dike And Pump Plant

About Calispell Creek Dike And Pump Plant

The primary purpose of Calispell Creek Dike And Pump Plant is hydroelectric. The dam generates hydroelectric power by channeling water through turbines, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity. The dam is owned by Pud #1 Of Pend Oreille County (public utility).

The dam stands 28 feet tall and stretches 408 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 8,850 acres, and has a storage capacity of 69,800 acre-feet.

This dam carries a high hazard potential classification, which means that a failure or uncontrolled release of water would likely cause loss of human life. This classification reflects the consequences of failure, not the likelihood — it indicates that people live or work in the area downstream. Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 05/27/2022.

Living Downstream

If you live or work downstream of this dam, consider taking these steps: learn your local evacuation routes, check whether your county emergency management office has a dam failure inundation map, and sign up for local emergency alerts. The Washington dam safety program can provide more specific information about emergency planning for this structure.

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