Capik
Key Takeaway
Capik is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 15.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 3,510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 196 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00466 |
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
Russ Ranch Company, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Capik?
Capik 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 Capik?
Capik is owned by Russ Ranch Company, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Capik built?
Capik was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Capik?
Capik 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 Capik?
Capik has a dam height of 20 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 Capik last inspected?
Capik was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.