Reynolds Weir

Tr Kings River· Fresno, California· Built 1928· Buttress· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Irrigation Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Reynolds Weir is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.6% in CA)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area1,850 sq mi
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)
NID IDCA00302

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Laguna Irrigation District

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reynolds Weir?

Reynolds Weir 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 Reynolds Weir?

Reynolds Weir is owned by Laguna Irrigation District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reynolds Weir built?

Reynolds Weir was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Reynolds Weir?

Reynolds Weir serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Reynolds Weir?

Reynolds Weir 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 Reynolds Weir last inspected?

Reynolds Weir was last inspected on May 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.