King Ridge Road

Sonoma, California· Earth· 52 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

King Ridge Road is classified as low hazard in California. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 52 ft (taller than 61.5% in CA)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
NID IDCA01554

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: May 9, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Private Entity

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of King Ridge Road?

King Ridge Road 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 King Ridge Road?

King Ridge Road is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of King Ridge Road?

King Ridge Road serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is King Ridge Road?

King Ridge Road has a dam height of 52 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 King Ridge Road last inspected?

King Ridge Road was last inspected on May 9, 2023. 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.