Reservoir A
Key Takeaway
Reservoir A is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 93 ft (taller than 80.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 516 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01112 |
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
Northstar Community Services District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Reservoir A?
Reservoir A 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 Reservoir A?
Reservoir A is owned by Northstar Community Services District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir A built?
Reservoir A was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Reservoir A?
Reservoir A serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reservoir A?
Reservoir A has a dam height of 93 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 Reservoir A last inspected?
Reservoir A was last inspected on August 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.