Valley View Dairy Waste Pond

NOOKACHAMPS CREEK· Skagit, Washington· Built 2003· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Valley View Dairy Waste Pond is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDWA01873

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: September 21, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

J & L Real Estate, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Valley View Dairy Waste Pond?

Valley View Dairy Waste Pond 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 Valley View Dairy Waste Pond?

Valley View Dairy Waste Pond is owned by J & L Real Estate, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Valley View Dairy Waste Pond built?

Valley View Dairy Waste Pond was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Valley View Dairy Waste Pond?

Valley View Dairy Waste Pond 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 Valley View Dairy Waste Pond last inspected?

Valley View Dairy Waste Pond was last inspected on September 21, 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.