Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2

offstream drains toLind Coulee· Adams, Washington· Built 2021· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2021 and is 5 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length4,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage651 acre-ft
Normal Storage586 acre-ft
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2021 (5 years old)
NID IDWA00767

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

OB-3 Resource Management, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2?

Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2?

Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 is owned by OB-3 Resource Management, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 built?

Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 was completed in 2021, making it 5 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 Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2?

Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 last inspected?

Ob-3 Process Water Storage Lagoon 2 was last inspected on November 14, 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.