R. Simoni Irrigation
Key Takeaway
R. Simoni Irrigation is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01015 |
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
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of R. Simoni Irrigation?
R. Simoni Irrigation 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 R. Simoni Irrigation?
R. Simoni Irrigation is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was R. Simoni Irrigation built?
R. Simoni Irrigation was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 R. Simoni Irrigation?
R. Simoni Irrigation serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is R. Simoni Irrigation?
R. Simoni Irrigation has a dam height of 44 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 R. Simoni Irrigation last inspected?
R. Simoni Irrigation was last inspected on April 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.