Kinney Meadows
Key Takeaway
Kinney Meadows is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00634 |
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
Alpine Land and Reservoir Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kinney Meadows?
Kinney 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 Kinney Meadows?
Kinney Meadows is owned by Alpine Land and Reservoir Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kinney Meadows built?
Kinney Meadows was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Kinney Meadows?
Kinney 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 Kinney Meadows?
Kinney Meadows has a dam height of 44 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 Kinney Meadows last inspected?
Kinney Meadows was last inspected on June 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.