Fisher Creek
Key Takeaway
Fisher Creek is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 6.7% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 4,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01458 |
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
Peninsula Open Space Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fisher Creek?
Fisher Creek 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 Fisher Creek?
Fisher Creek is owned by Peninsula Open Space Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fisher Creek built?
Fisher Creek was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Fisher Creek?
Fisher Creek serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fisher Creek?
Fisher Creek has a dam height of 14 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 Fisher Creek last inspected?
Fisher Creek was last inspected on December 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.