Melrose Avenue
Key Takeaway
Melrose Avenue is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 57 ft (taller than 65.7% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01400 |
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
Rancho Carrillo Home Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Melrose Avenue?
Melrose Avenue 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 Melrose Avenue?
Melrose Avenue is owned by Rancho Carrillo Home Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Melrose Avenue built?
Melrose Avenue was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Melrose Avenue?
Melrose Avenue serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Melrose Avenue?
Melrose Avenue has a dam height of 57 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 Melrose Avenue last inspected?
Melrose Avenue was last inspected on March 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.