Lower Kapahi Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Lower Kapahi Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Hawaii. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 10.2% in HI) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | HI00061 |
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
County of Kauai - Department of Public Works, Hawaii Dept of Land & Natural Resources
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Kapahi Reservoir?
Lower Kapahi Reservoir 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 Lower Kapahi Reservoir?
Lower Kapahi Reservoir is owned by County of Kauai - Department of Public Works, Hawaii Dept of Land & Natural Resources (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Kapahi Reservoir built?
Lower Kapahi Reservoir was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Lower Kapahi Reservoir?
Lower Kapahi Reservoir serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Kapahi Reservoir?
Lower Kapahi Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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 Lower Kapahi Reservoir last inspected?
Lower Kapahi Reservoir was last inspected on October 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.