Russian River No. 1
Key Takeaway
Russian River No. 1 is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00849 |
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
Russian River Recreation and Parks District
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Russian River No. 1?
Russian River No. 1 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 Russian River No. 1?
Russian River No. 1 is owned by Russian River Recreation and Parks District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Russian River No. 1 built?
Russian River No. 1 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Russian River No. 1?
Russian River No. 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Russian River No. 1?
Russian River No. 1 has a dam height of 10 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 Russian River No. 1 last inspected?
Russian River No. 1 was last inspected on September 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.