Puu Lua Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Puu Lua Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Hawaii. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 105 ft (taller than 98.4% in HI) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 888 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 844 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | HI00002 |
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
Hawaii Dept of Land & Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Puu Lua Reservoir?
Puu Lua Reservoir 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 Puu Lua Reservoir?
Puu Lua Reservoir is owned by Hawaii Dept of Land & Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Puu Lua Reservoir built?
Puu Lua Reservoir was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Puu Lua Reservoir?
Puu Lua Reservoir serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Puu Lua Reservoir?
Puu Lua Reservoir has a dam height of 105 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 Puu Lua Reservoir last inspected?
Puu Lua Reservoir was last inspected on November 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.