Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | WA02014 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Sunnyside Valley Irrigation Dist.
Public Utility
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir?
Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir 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 Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir?
Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir is owned by Sunnyside Valley Irrigation Dist. (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir built?
Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir?
Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir last inspected?
Svid Mabton Canal 12.48 Reservoir was last inspected on September 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.