Ringold Springs Fish Pond dam
Ringold Springs Fish Pond
Located in Franklin, Washington, Ringold Springs Fish Pond is a state-owned structure managed by the Washington Dept of Ecology. Constructed in 1961, this Earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and serves as a vital habitat for fish and wildlife. With a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, the pond covers an area of 14 acres and is fed by the Tr-Columbia River.
Despite its low hazard potential, Ringold Springs Fish Pond is regulated by the state and subject to regular inspections and enforcement. The primary purpose of this structure is to provide a safe and sustainable environment for aquatic organisms, with a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the structure's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain undisclosed.
Considered a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts, Ringold Springs Fish Pond offers a glimpse into the intersection of environmental conservation and hydraulic engineering. Its presence in the scenic landscape of Washington highlights the importance of preserving natural habitats and promoting biodiversity in the face of evolving climate challenges.
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 Ringold Springs Fish Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yakima River At Kiona | 3,460 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 167,000 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Beverly | 212 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Mabton | 4,700 cfs | → |
| Walla Walla River Near Touchet | 227 cfs | → |
| Umatilla River Near Umatilla | 227 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ringold Springs Fish Pond.
Boat launches
- Ringold Boat Launch
- Vantage Highway Benton County
- North Harrington Road 113600, Richland
- Richland
- Snyder Boat Launch
- Franklin County
Track Ringold Springs Fish Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ringold Springs Fish Pond
Where does the data for Ringold Springs Fish Pond 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 Low 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 Ringold Springs Fish Pond.