Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond

Grant, Washington· Built 2009· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 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 Length2,905 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage208 acre-ft
Normal Storage177 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge25 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDWA00723

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: April 9, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

REC Silicon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond?

Rec Silicon Wastewater 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 Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond?

Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond is owned by REC Silicon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond built?

Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond?

Rec Silicon Wastewater 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 Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond last inspected?

Rec Silicon Wastewater Pond was last inspected on April 9, 2024. 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.