Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary
Key Takeaway
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 3 ft |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Normal Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 152 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00256 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nevada Irrigation District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary?
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary?
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary is owned by Nevada Irrigation District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary built?
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary?
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Hydroelectric, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary?
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary has a dam height of 3 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 Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary last inspected?
Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary was last inspected on August 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.