Del Monte Foods INC

Yakima, Washington· Built 1968· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Del Monte Foods INC is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDWA01950

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 19, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Del Monte Foods Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Del Monte Foods INC?

Del Monte Foods INC is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Del Monte Foods INC?

Del Monte Foods INC is owned by Del Monte Foods Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Del Monte Foods INC built?

Del Monte Foods INC was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Del Monte Foods INC?

Del Monte Foods INC serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Del Monte Foods INC last inspected?

Del Monte Foods INC was last inspected on September 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.