Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 9 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | WA01688 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Vaagen Brothers Lumber
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure?
Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure 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 Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure?
Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure is owned by Vaagen Brothers Lumber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure built?
Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure?
Vaagen Mitigation Control Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.