North Ranch Storage Lagoon

Tr. Cranberry Creek- Offstream· Mason, Washington· Built 2018· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

North Ranch Storage Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2018 (8 years old)
NID IDWA01824

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

Ownership

Bio-Recycling Corp.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Ranch Storage Lagoon?

North Ranch Storage 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 North Ranch Storage Lagoon?

North Ranch Storage Lagoon is owned by Bio-Recycling Corp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Ranch Storage Lagoon built?

North Ranch Storage Lagoon was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 North Ranch Storage Lagoon?

North Ranch Storage 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 North Ranch Storage Lagoon last inspected?

North Ranch Storage Lagoon was last inspected on October 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.