Michigan Bar No. 2
Key Takeaway
Michigan Bar No. 2 is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 40.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01288 |
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
Rancho Murieta Community Services District
Public Utility
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High Hazard 55 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Michigan Bar No. 2?
Michigan Bar No. 2 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 Michigan Bar No. 2?
Michigan Bar No. 2 is owned by Rancho Murieta Community Services District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Michigan Bar No. 2 built?
Michigan Bar No. 2 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Michigan Bar No. 2?
Michigan Bar No. 2 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 Michigan Bar No. 2?
Michigan Bar No. 2 has a dam height of 36 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 Michigan Bar No. 2 last inspected?
Michigan Bar No. 2 was last inspected on February 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.