Cross Creek Ranch
Key Takeaway
Cross Creek Ranch is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 21.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 128 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00999 |
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
Sauer Grapes, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cross Creek Ranch?
Cross Creek Ranch 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 Cross Creek Ranch?
Cross Creek Ranch is owned by Sauer Grapes, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cross Creek Ranch built?
Cross Creek Ranch was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Cross Creek Ranch?
Cross Creek Ranch serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cross Creek Ranch?
Cross Creek Ranch has a dam height of 23 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 Cross Creek Ranch last inspected?
Cross Creek Ranch was last inspected on March 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.