Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 dam
Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1
Located in King County, Washington, the Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 is a flood risk reduction structure designed by Goldsmith & Assoc. and regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology. Completed in 2008, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 13.5 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 21.6 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 400 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a vital role in managing water resources in the area.
The Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 covers a surface area of 6 acres and has a drainage area of 0.17 square miles. Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, the structure is assessed to be in fair condition as of June 2016. Regular inspections and enforcement by state regulatory agencies ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community. With a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a strategic location in S34 T26 R6E, this dam plays a critical role in protecting the area from potential flooding events.
As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and water resources, structures like the Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 become increasingly important for managing flood risks and ensuring water security. With a focus on flood risk reduction and a track record of state permitting and inspection, this dam serves as a key component of the water infrastructure in Washington State. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and functionality of such structures is essential for effective water management and climate resilience 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 Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snoqualmie River Near Carnation | 1,440 cfs | → |
| Tolt River Near Carnation | 279 cfs | → |
| Snohomish River Near Monroe | 6,190 cfs | → |
| Mercer Creek Near Bellevue | 12 cfs | → |
| Issaquah Creek Near Mouth Near Issaquah | 43 cfs | → |
| North Fork Tolt River Near Carnation | 68 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1.
Boat launches
- Lake Marcel Community Park
- West Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast Redmond
- Sammamish River Trail Redmond
- Northeast Tolt Hill Road 30348-30762, Carnation
- Lake Langlois Road Northeast King County
- High Bridge, Monroe
Paddle runs
- Snoqualmie Falls To Plum's Landing
- Wagner Bridge To Confluence With Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
- Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River
- Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar
- Confluence With Troublesome Creek To Confluence With South Fork Skykomish River
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Quartz Creek Road
Track Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1
Where does the data for Redmond Ridge East Pond Srn 2 No 1 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.
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