Ringold Pond Dam

Tr-Columbia River· Franklin, Washington· Built 1962· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Ringold Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWA00219

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

WA DFW

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ringold Pond Dam?

Ringold Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ringold Pond Dam?

Ringold Pond Dam is owned by WA DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ringold Pond Dam built?

Ringold Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Ringold Pond Dam?

Ringold Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Ringold Pond Dam last inspected?

Ringold Pond Dam was last inspected on August 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.