Reservoir M
Key Takeaway
Reservoir M is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 832 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10316 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Reservoir M?
Reservoir M 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 Reservoir M?
Reservoir M is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir M built?
Reservoir M was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 M?
Reservoir M serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reservoir M?
Reservoir M has a dam height of 13 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 M last inspected?
Reservoir M was last inspected on September 7, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.