Halls Meadows
Key Takeaway
Halls Meadows is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 581 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 137 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01208 |
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
Russ Ranch Company, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Halls Meadows?
Halls 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 Halls Meadows?
Halls Meadows is owned by Russ Ranch Company, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Halls Meadows built?
Halls Meadows was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Halls Meadows?
Halls Meadows 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 Halls Meadows?
Halls Meadows has a dam height of 13 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 Halls Meadows last inspected?
Halls Meadows was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.