US Army Corps of Engineers

Ice Harbor Dam and Lake Sacajawea


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Ice Harbor Dam 2 Ice Harbor Dam 1

Project Description

  • Stream: Snake River
  • Location: Pasco, Washington
  • Type of Project: Run-of-river
  • Authorized Purpose: Power, Navigation
  • Other Uses: Fishery, Recreation, Irrigation, Water Quality

Hydrologic Data

  • Drainage area = 103,200 sq mi
  • Maximum historical peak discharge:
    Unregulated = 409,000 cfs (1894)
    Regulated = 295,000 cfs (1894)
  • Lake Elevation (NGVD29)
    Maximum pool = 446.0 ft
    Full pool = 440.0 ft
    Minimum pool = 437.0 ft
  • Maximum rate of change per hour = 20,000 cfs

Powerhouse

  • Number of units = 6
  • Nameplate capacity = 603 MW
  • Overload capacity = 693 MW
  • Hydraulic capacity = 106,000 cfs

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