Reid
Key Takeaway
Reid is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 34.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01004 |
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 Reid?
Reid 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 Reid?
Reid is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reid built?
Reid was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Reid?
Reid serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reid?
Reid has a dam height of 32 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 Reid last inspected?
Reid was last inspected on May 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.