Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam dam
Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam
Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam, located in Franklin, Washington, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes. Completed in 1990, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a length of 1640 feet, providing a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. With a surface area of 2.1 acres, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Washington Dept of Ecology to ensure its operational integrity.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of May 2020. Regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to monitor its structural stability. The dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) was last revised in June 2020, indicating a commitment to preparedness in case of emergencies. Additionally, the dam's risk management measures are continuously evaluated to minimize potential hazards and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.
As a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. Its strategic location and efficient design highlight the importance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight to safeguard against potential risks and ensure the continued availability of water resources for irrigation purposes.
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 Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yakima River At Kiona | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 161,000 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Beverly | 228 cfs | → |
| Walla Walla River Near Touchet | 234 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Moses Lake | 52 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Mabton | 4,700 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Ringold Boat Launch
- Franklin County
- Vantage Highway Benton County
- Snyder Boat Launch
- Richland
- North Harrington Road 113600, Richland
Track Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Cardinal Crest Reservoir 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 Cardinal Crest Reservoir Dam.