Rickey
Key Takeaway
Rickey is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 69.9% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01009 |
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
Mid-Peninsula Open Space District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Rickey?
Rickey 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 Rickey?
Rickey is owned by Mid-Peninsula Open Space District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rickey built?
Rickey was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Rickey?
Rickey serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rickey?
Rickey has a dam height of 64 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 Rickey last inspected?
Rickey was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.