Meadow Lane
Key Takeaway
Meadow Lane is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 30.4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 9,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01104 |
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
City of Santa Rosa
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Meadow Lane?
Meadow Lane 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 Meadow Lane?
Meadow Lane is owned by City of Santa Rosa (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadow Lane built?
Meadow Lane was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Meadow Lane?
Meadow Lane serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Meadow Lane?
Meadow Lane has a dam height of 30 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 Meadow Lane last inspected?
Meadow Lane was last inspected on August 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.