Rocky Oaks Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Oaks Dam is classified as high hazard in California. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 18.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Modified | 1997 |
| NID ID | CA82920 |
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
DOI NPS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Oaks Dam?
Rocky Oaks Dam 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 Rocky Oaks Dam?
Rocky Oaks Dam is owned by DOI NPS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rocky Oaks Dam?
Rocky Oaks Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rocky Oaks Dam?
Rocky Oaks Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Rocky Oaks Dam last inspected?
Rocky Oaks Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.