Farmland Ranch 19 Dam dam
Farmland Ranch 19 Dam
Farmland Ranch 19 Dam, also known as Pride Packing Ranch 19 Dam, is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Sunnyside, Washington. Completed in 1992, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 35 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, with a length of 300 feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 45.5 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of Sulphur Creek and covers a surface area of 4.3 acres, serving a drainage area of 0.68 square miles.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2021, Farmland Ranch 19 Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential. It is regulated and inspected by the Washington Department of Ecology, ensuring state jurisdiction and enforcement of safety standards. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not explicitly mentioned in the data, suggesting a potential area for improvement and further assessment. With its proximity to Congressional District 04 represented by Dan Newhouse, this vital irrigation structure plays a significant role in water resource management in the Yakima region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Farmland Ranch 19 Dam to be an intriguing case study, showcasing the intersection of private ownership, state regulation, and agricultural water management. The dam's design, construction, and operation reflect the complex interplay between human-made infrastructure and natural water systems. Its location in the Yakima Valley, a key agricultural region in Washington, underscores the importance of efficient irrigation systems in sustaining farming activities in semi-arid environments. As efforts to enhance water efficiency and resilience in the face of climate change continue, this dam serves as a crucial piece of infrastructure supporting sustainable agriculture 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Farmland Ranch 19 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Granger Drain At Granger | 43 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Mabton | 4,700 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 158,000 cfs | → |
| Yakima River Above Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 2,370 cfs | → |
| Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 81 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Kiona | 1,120 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Farmland Ranch 19 Dam.
Boat launches
- Sunnyside Mabton Road 6448-7798, Mabton
- North Meyers Road 2842, Toppenish
- Bryon Road, Prosser
- Vernita Bridge 96, Mattawa
- Road 26 Southwest Desert Aire
- North State Route 225 Benton County
Campgrounds
Paddle runs
Track Farmland Ranch 19 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Farmland Ranch 19 Dam
Where does the data for Farmland Ranch 19 Dam 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 Farmland Ranch 19 Dam.