Pond 2b
Key Takeaway
Pond 2b is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 63.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01092 |
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
International Technology Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pond 2b?
Pond 2b 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 Pond 2b?
Pond 2b is owned by International Technology Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pond 2b built?
Pond 2b was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Pond 2b?
Pond 2b serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pond 2b?
Pond 2b has a dam height of 55 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 Pond 2b last inspected?
Pond 2b was last inspected on February 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.