Pinheiro
Key Takeaway
Pinheiro is classified as significant hazard in California. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 723 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01062 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pinheiro?
Pinheiro is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pinheiro?
Pinheiro is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pinheiro built?
Pinheiro was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Pinheiro?
Pinheiro serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pinheiro?
Pinheiro has a dam height of 26 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 Pinheiro last inspected?
Pinheiro was last inspected on August 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.