Bayley Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Bayley Reservoir is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10402 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bayley Reservoir?
Bayley Reservoir 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 Bayley Reservoir?
Bayley Reservoir is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayley Reservoir built?
Bayley Reservoir was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Bayley Reservoir?
Bayley Reservoir serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayley Reservoir?
Bayley Reservoir has a dam height of 10 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 Bayley Reservoir last inspected?
Bayley Reservoir was last inspected on September 7, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.