Evans Far West Pond Dam

Unnamed Tr - Wide Hollow Cr· Yakima, Washington· Built 1997· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Evans Far West Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge750 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDWA01919

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: No
Last Inspection: July 1, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Evans Fruit Co Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Evans Far West Pond Dam?

Evans Far West Pond Dam 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 Evans Far West Pond Dam?

Evans Far West Pond Dam is owned by Evans Fruit Co Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Evans Far West Pond Dam built?

Evans Far West Pond Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Evans Far West Pond Dam?

Evans Far West Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Evans Far West Pond Dam last inspected?

Evans Far West Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 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.