Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2
Key Takeaway
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 54% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01308 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Groveland Community Services District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2?
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2?
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 is owned by Groveland Community Services District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 built?
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2?
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2?
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 has a dam height of 45 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 Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 last inspected?
Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 was last inspected on November 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.