Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond

Sucker Creek to Silver Lake· Cowlitz, Washington· Built 1993· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length743 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area2,300 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDWA02051

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 29, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Cowlitz County Public Works

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond?

Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond?

Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond is owned by Cowlitz County Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond built?

Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond?

Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond 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 Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond last inspected?

Headquarters Landfill Leachate Pond was last inspected on September 29, 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.