Emery
Key Takeaway
Emery is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 62.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 630 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00618 |
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
M-24 Ranch Association
Private
Nearby Dams
Reid
Calaveras, CA
Low Hazard 32 ftRedhawk Lake
Calaveras, CA
High Hazard 33 ftJeff Davis
Calaveras, CA
High Hazard 114 ftMurphys Afterbay
Calaveras, CA
High Hazard 43 ftMurphys Forebay West
Calaveras, CA
High Hazard 67 ftAndrew Cademartori
Calaveras, CA
High Hazard 80 ftForest Meadows
Calaveras, CA
Low Hazard 60 ftMurphys Wastewater
Calaveras, CA
High Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Emery?
Emery 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 Emery?
Emery is owned by M-24 Ranch Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emery built?
Emery was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Emery?
Emery serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Emery?
Emery has a dam height of 53 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 Emery last inspected?
Emery was last inspected on April 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.