Reservoir N
Key Takeaway
Reservoir N 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 | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 628 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10317 |
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 N?
Reservoir N 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 N?
Reservoir N is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir N built?
Reservoir N 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 N?
Reservoir N serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reservoir N?
Reservoir N has a dam height of 7 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 N last inspected?
Reservoir N was last inspected on September 7, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.