Danhauser
Key Takeaway
Danhauser is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 11.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 208 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00487 |
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
Wilson Ranches
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Danhauser?
Danhauser 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 Danhauser?
Danhauser is owned by Wilson Ranches (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Danhauser built?
Danhauser was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Danhauser?
Danhauser 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 Danhauser?
Danhauser has a dam height of 17 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 Danhauser last inspected?
Danhauser was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.