Ross No. 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

1, located in Redding, California, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1957 with a primary purpose of water supply for irrigation and domestic use. Standing at 30 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 709 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 53 acres. It is situated on the Tr Stillwater Creek within the San Francisco District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

State regulated and permitted, Ross No. 1 is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity, with the last assessment conducted in September 2017 deeming its condition satisfactory. Classified as having a significant hazard potential, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Furthermore, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Water Resources and Safety of Dams in California, enforcing strict regulations for its operation and maintenance.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ross No. 1 serves as a vital infrastructure contributing to the water supply and irrigation needs of the area. With a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions. Its strategic location and significant storage capacity make it a key asset in ensuring water security for the community it serves.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

740

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

Tr Stillwater Cr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

53

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

0.83

Nid Storage

709

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.