Mcbrien
Key Takeaway
Mcbrien is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 74 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 700 acres |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00459 |
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
Hagge Ranch, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcbrien?
Mcbrien 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 Mcbrien?
Mcbrien is owned by Hagge Ranch, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcbrien built?
Mcbrien was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Mcbrien?
Mcbrien 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 Mcbrien?
Mcbrien has a dam height of 12 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 Mcbrien last inspected?
Mcbrien was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.