Del Monte Foods Inc dam
Del Monte Foods Inc
Del Monte Foods INC, a private entity based in Yakima, Washington, operates a dam with a height of 12.3 feet and a structural height of 10 feet. Completed in 1968, the dam serves a primary purpose that falls under the "Other" category. With a normal storage capacity of 18 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 20 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
The dam, located in Congressional District 04 of Washington state, is under the regulatory oversight of the Washington Department of Ecology. Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of May 2016 was deemed satisfactory. Regular inspections, with a frequency of every 5 years, help ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment information for the dam are currently not available, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and preparedness for any potential emergencies.
Del Monte Foods INC's involvement in water resource management through the operation of this dam underscores the company's commitment to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, initiatives like these play a crucial role in ensuring the resilience of our water resources. With proper maintenance and adherence to regulatory standards, Del Monte Foods INC's dam serves as a vital component of the region's water infrastructure, contributing to both water security and climate adaptation efforts.
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 Del Monte Foods Inc -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 81 cfs | → |
| Yakima River Above Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 2,370 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Umtanum | 1,790 cfs | → |
| Granger Drain At Granger | 43 cfs | → |
| Toppenish Creek Near Fort Simcoe | 34 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 158,000 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Del Monte Foods Inc.
Boat launches
- Rovetto Road 2, Yakima
- Roza Recreation Site
- Canyon Road 8681-9129, Yakima
- State Route 821 Kittitas County
- Big Pines Campground
Campgrounds
- Yakima Sportsman State Park
- Roza - Yakima River Canyon
- Roza Recreation Site
- Roza Campsite 1
- Roza Campsite 2
- Roza Campsite 3
Track Del Monte Foods Inc in the Snoflo app
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About Del Monte Foods Inc
Where does the data for Del Monte Foods Inc 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 Del Monte Foods Inc.