Forest Meadows
Key Takeaway
Forest Meadows is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 67.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 457 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01120 |
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
FM Developer LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forest Meadows?
Forest Meadows 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 Forest Meadows?
Forest Meadows is owned by FM Developer LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forest Meadows built?
Forest Meadows was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Forest Meadows?
Forest Meadows serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Forest Meadows?
Forest Meadows has a dam height of 60 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 Forest Meadows last inspected?
Forest Meadows was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.