Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon

Benton, Washington· Built 2017· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,680 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge6 cfs
Year Completed2017 (9 years old)
NID IDWA00757

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: July 13, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Lamb Weston Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon?

Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon 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 Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon?

Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon is owned by Lamb Weston Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon built?

Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon?

Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon 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 Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon last inspected?

Lamb Weston Richland Lrad Lagoon was last inspected on July 13, 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.