Gardella
Key Takeaway
Gardella is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 69 ft (taller than 72.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01499 |
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
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gardella?
Gardella 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 Gardella?
Gardella is owned by California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gardella built?
Gardella was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Gardella?
Gardella 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 Gardella?
Gardella has a dam height of 69 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 Gardella last inspected?
Gardella was last inspected on October 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.