Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond

Offstream· Jefferson, Washington· Built 1978· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 Length4,920 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage690 acre-ft
Normal Storage614 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDWA00726

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

Ownership

Port Townsend Paper Company

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond?

Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond 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 Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond?

Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond is owned by Port Townsend Paper Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond built?

Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond?

Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond 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 Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond last inspected?

Port Townsend Paper Asb Pond was last inspected on November 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.