Green Oaks #1

Green Oaks Creek· San Mateo, California· Built 1936· Earth· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Green Oaks #1 is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 44.4% in CA)
Dam Length880 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage322 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)
NID IDCA01010

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Ana Nuevo Ranch

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Green Oaks #1?

Green Oaks #1 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 Green Oaks #1?

Green Oaks #1 is owned by Ana Nuevo Ranch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Green Oaks #1 built?

Green Oaks #1 was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Green Oaks #1?

Green Oaks #1 serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Green Oaks #1?

Green Oaks #1 has a dam height of 39 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 Green Oaks #1 last inspected?

Green Oaks #1 was last inspected on April 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.