Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3

Offstream - Pend Oreille· Pend Oreille, Washington· Built 1963· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length990 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDWA01823

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: May 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Metaline Falls Town

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3?

Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 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 Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3?

Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 is owned by Metaline Falls Town (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 built?

Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3?

Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 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 Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 last inspected?

Metaline Falls Wastewater Lagoon No 3 was last inspected on May 12, 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.