Lincoln Rock S.P. Evaporative Lagoons Dam
Lincoln Rock S.P. Evaporative Lagoons
Lincoln Rock State Park's Evaporative Lagoons in East Wenatchee, Washington, is a significant water resource infrastructure owned by the public utility. This Earth-type dam, completed in 1981, serves a unique purpose with a storage capacity of 15 acre-feet. The lagoons cover an area of 2.82 acres and are regulated by the Washington Department of Ecology, ensuring proper inspection and enforcement measures are in place.
The dam's hydraulic height of 14.5 feet and structural height of 6.5 feet contribute to its fair condition assessment as of February 2016. With a hazard potential deemed significant, the lagoons are subject to regular inspections every 5 years to ensure their safety and functionality. Located in Douglas County, Washington, this water infrastructure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a normal storage capacity of 13 acre-feet.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the unique design and purpose of Lincoln Rock State Park's Evaporative Lagoons. With a focus on water management and conservation, this public utility-owned structure showcases the importance of sustainable infrastructure for maintaining water resources in the state of Washington. The lagoons' significant hazard potential highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure their continued operation and safety for the surrounding community.
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 Lincoln Rock S.P. Evaporative Lagoons -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wenatchee River At Monitor | 1,190 cfs | → |
| Entiat River Near Entiat | 215 cfs | → |
| Mad River At Ardenvoir | 24 cfs | → |
| Wenatchee River At Peshastin | 1,170 cfs | → |
| Entiat River Near Ardenvoir | 185 cfs | → |
| Icicle Creek Above Snow Creek Near Leavenworth | 222 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lincoln Rock S.P. Evaporative Lagoons.
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About Lincoln Rock S.P. Evaporative Lagoons
Where does the data for Lincoln Rock S.P. Evaporative Lagoons 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 Significant 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 below 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.
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.