Little Juniper
Key Takeaway
Little Juniper is classified as significant hazard in California. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 18.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00471 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Alturas Ranches, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Juniper?
Little Juniper is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Little Juniper?
Little Juniper is owned by Alturas Ranches, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Juniper built?
Little Juniper was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Little Juniper?
Little Juniper serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Juniper?
Little Juniper has a dam height of 22 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 Little Juniper last inspected?
Little Juniper was last inspected on May 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.