Evans Konnowac Dam

offstream· Yakima, Washington· Built 1990· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Evans Konnowac Dam is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDWA01933

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: October 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 Konnowac Dam?

Evans Konnowac 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 Konnowac Dam?

Evans Konnowac 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 Konnowac Dam built?

Evans Konnowac Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Konnowac Dam?

Evans Konnowac 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 Konnowac Dam last inspected?

Evans Konnowac Dam was last inspected on October 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.