Selah Aerated Lagoon

Tr-Yakima River-Offstream· Yakima, Washington· Built 1985· Earth·
High Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Selah Aerated Lagoon is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 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 Length1,180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDWA01478

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: May 1, 2024
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Selah City - Wastewater Treatment Plant

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Selah Aerated Lagoon?

Selah Aerated Lagoon 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 Selah Aerated Lagoon?

Selah Aerated Lagoon is owned by Selah City - Wastewater Treatment Plant (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Selah Aerated Lagoon built?

Selah Aerated Lagoon was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Selah Aerated Lagoon?

Selah Aerated Lagoon 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 Selah Aerated Lagoon last inspected?

Selah Aerated Lagoon was last inspected on May 1, 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.