Maui Field 290 Reservoir
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 Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | HI00139 |
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
Maui Land & Pineapple Co.
Private
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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.