Boles Meadow
Key Takeaway
Boles Meadow is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 945 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 206 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10326 |
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 Boles Meadow?
Boles Meadow 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 Boles Meadow?
Boles Meadow is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boles Meadow built?
Boles Meadow was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Boles Meadow?
Boles Meadow serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boles Meadow?
Boles Meadow has a dam height of 8 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 Boles Meadow last inspected?
Boles Meadow was last inspected on August 31, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.