Ross Dam is the largest in Seattle City Light's Skagit project, standing 540 feet high and 1,300 feet long. Work began on the dam in 1937 but was interrupted by World War II and not completed until 1949. Originally called Ruby Dam, the name was changed to honor J.D. Ross, "the father of Seattle City Light," who died in 1939.

The reservoir, Ross Lake, permits storage flexibility, power generation, flood control and the adjustment of the downstream water supply to support fish migration. The powerhouse generates up to 460,000 kilowatts. There are campgrounds and hiking trails in the vicinity.

Name: Ross Hydroelectric Project
Owner: Seattle City Light
Location: WA
Name Plate Capacity: 360 MW

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