Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3

Rock Creek - Offstream· Spokane, Washington· Built 1999· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
Year Modified2017
NID IDWA00669

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: November 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Rockford Town

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3?

Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 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 Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3?

Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 is owned by Rockford Town (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 built?

Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3?

Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 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 Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 last inspected?

Rockford Wastewater Pond No. 3 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.