Maui Field 290 Reservoir

Maui, Hawaii· Built 1997· Earth· 25 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Maui Field 290 Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Hawaii. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 25 ft (taller than 21.3% in HI)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage13 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge90 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDHI00139

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DLNR

Ownership

Maui Land & Pineapple Co.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maui Field 290 Reservoir?

Maui Field 290 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 Maui Field 290 Reservoir?

Maui Field 290 Reservoir is owned by Maui Land & Pineapple Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Maui Field 290 Reservoir built?

Maui Field 290 Reservoir was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Maui Field 290 Reservoir?

Maui Field 290 Reservoir 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 Maui Field 290 Reservoir?

Maui Field 290 Reservoir has a dam height of 25 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 Maui Field 290 Reservoir last inspected?

Maui Field 290 Reservoir was last inspected on October 15, 2021. 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.