Red Bluff Diversion
Key Takeaway
Red Bluff Diversion is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 61.5% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 752 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,023 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,935 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10181 |
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
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Red Bluff Diversion?
Red Bluff Diversion 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 Red Bluff Diversion?
Red Bluff Diversion is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Bluff Diversion built?
Red Bluff Diversion was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Red Bluff Diversion?
Red Bluff Diversion serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Bluff Diversion?
Red Bluff Diversion has a dam height of 52 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 Red Bluff Diversion last inspected?
Red Bluff Diversion was last inspected on April 3, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.