Treatment Ponds dam
Treatment Ponds
Located in Anderson, California, Treatment Ponds serve as a vital water resource infrastructure managed by a private entity. Built in 1975 for the primary purpose of water supply, these Earth-type dams stand at a height of 16 feet with a storage capacity of 450 acre-feet. The site covers a surface area of 33 acres and is regulated by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) under the Safety of Dams program.
With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2017, Treatment Ponds play a crucial role in water management in Shasta County. Situated along Tr Anderson Creek, the facility's hydraulic height reaches 13.5 feet, ensuring efficient water flow and storage. Despite lacking certain detailed data such as spillway type and outlet gates, the dam's regular inspections and adherence to state regulations underscore its importance in maintaining water quality and supply in the region.
As a part of the broader water supply network in California, Treatment Ponds contribute to the overall sustainability and resilience of the state's water resources. With ongoing regulatory oversight and a focus on operational safety, this infrastructure asset remains a key player in managing water distribution and storage in Shasta County. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of Treatment Ponds sheds light on the intricate systems that support water availability and environmental management in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Treatment Ponds -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood C Nr Cottonwood Ca | 231 cfs | → |
| Cow C Nr Millville Ca | 154 cfs | → |
| Battle C Bl Coleman Fish Hatchery Nr Cottonwood Ca | 344 cfs | → |
| Sacramento R Ab Bend Bridge Nr Red Bluff Ca | 10,900 cfs | → |
| Anderson-Cottonwood Id Cn At Sharon St Redding Ca | 259 cfs | → |
| Clear C Nr Igo Ca | 448 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Treatment Ponds.
Boat launches
- Clear Creek Road 17501-17987, Redding
- South Bonnyview Boat Launch
- Jelly's Ferry
- Park Marina Drive 2525, Redding
- Park Marina Drive 2515, Redding
- Auditorium Drive Redding
Campgrounds
- Camping World
- Reading Island
- Massacre Flat
- Horse Camp Primitive Campground
- Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground
- Peltier Campground
Fishing spots
More reservoirs
Track Treatment Ponds in the Snoflo app
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About Treatment Ponds
Where does the data for Treatment Ponds come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Treatment Ponds.