Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4
Key Takeaway
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 41.5% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 4,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01430 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Rio Tinto
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4?
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4?
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 is owned by Rio Tinto (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 built?
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 was completed in 2003, making it 23 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4?
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4?
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 has a dam height of 37 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 last inspected?
Bap Ponds 1, 2, 3, 4 was last inspected on August 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.