Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2
Key Takeaway
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 30.4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01459 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2?
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2?
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 built?
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 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 Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2?
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2?
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 has a dam height of 30 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 Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 last inspected?
Bar X Ranch Reservoir #2 was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.