Wind
Humidity
The George City Wastewater Treatment Lagoon in Grant County, Washington is a crucial offstream facility designed by EMCON in 1996 for the local government.
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 9 feet and spans 3060 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, serving its primary purpose as a wastewater treatment lagoon. Situated on the Columbia River watershed, this low-hazard structure ensures proper water management for the region.
Maintained and regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology, the George City Wastewater Treatment Lagoon plays a vital role in ensuring water quality and environmental protection in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1.5 cubic feet per second, this facility aids in managing drainage and wastewater while minimizing the risk of inundation and water contamination. The lagoon covers a surface area of 6.6 acres and serves as an essential infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
Owned by the local government and located in Congressional District 04, Washington, the George City Wastewater Treatment Lagoon exemplifies sustainable water resource management practices. With state-regulated inspections and enforcement mechanisms in place, this lagoon stands as a testament to responsible infrastructure development and environmental stewardship in the face of climate challenges and water scarcity concerns.
Crab Creek Near Beverly
|
212cfs |
Crab Creek Near Moses Lake
|
32cfs |
Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam
|
171000cfs |
Yakima River At Umtanum
|
2780cfs |
Wenatchee River At Monitor
|
5980cfs |
Entiat River Near Entiat
|
1470cfs |
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
3060 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
OFFSTREAM-COLUMBIA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Evergreen East - WDFW
|
||
Burke Lake Southwest - WDFW
|
||
Burke Lake West - WDFW
|
||
Quincey Lake - WDFW
|
||
Stan Coffin - WDFW
|
||
Caliche Lake - WDFW
|
George City Wastewater Treatment Lagoon
Quincy Aerated Lagoon No 1
Quincy Aerated Lagoon No 2
Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 And 3
Quincy Brine Evaporation Ponds
Smith Brothers Dairy Storage Lagoon
Moses Lake At Moses Lake
Soap Lk Near Soap Lk
Lenore Lk Near Soap Lk
Lake Chelan At Chelan
Lake Chelan At Purple Point At Stehekin