Gastaldi
Key Takeaway
Gastaldi is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 40.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01000 |
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
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gastaldi?
Gastaldi 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 Gastaldi?
Gastaldi is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gastaldi built?
Gastaldi was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Gastaldi?
Gastaldi serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gastaldi?
Gastaldi has a dam height of 36 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 Gastaldi last inspected?
Gastaldi was last inspected on March 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.