Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System

Offstream-Columbia· Benton, Washington· Built 1997· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage286 acre-ft
Normal Storage246 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
Year Modified1996
NID IDWA01769

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: March 23, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Kennewick City Public Works

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System?

Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System 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 Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System?

Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System is owned by Kennewick City Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System built?

Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System 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 Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System?

Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System 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 Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System last inspected?

Kennewick Sewage Lagoon System was last inspected on March 23, 2016. 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.