The Bueler Dairy Waste Storage Pond in Snohomish, Washington is a significant earth dam structure designed by the USDA-NRCS in 2000.
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This private-owned pond serves as a crucial water resource for the dairy industry in the region, with a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 23 acre-feet. Situated along the Tr-Snohomish River, the pond is regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a surface area of 2.9 acres, the Bueler Dairy Waste Storage Pond plays a vital role in managing wastewater from dairy operations in the area. Despite its fair condition assessment in 2018, the pond poses a significant hazard potential, emphasizing the need for proper risk management measures. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2020, ensuring preparedness for potential incidents and emergencies that may arise.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, the Bueler Dairy Waste Storage Pond reflects the intersection of agricultural practices, environmental stewardship, and regulatory oversight. Its role in waste management and water conservation underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to safeguard water resources and mitigate potential risks to the surrounding ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
2000 |
River Or Stream |
Tr - Snohomish River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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|
1020cfs |
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|
28500cfs |
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|
3580cfs |
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|
7cfs |
Thornton Creek Near Seattle
|
41cfs |
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|
12cfs |