Summary
This Earth-type dam was completed in 1959 and stands at a height of 30 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet. It serves primarily as a water supply source, with a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres. The dam is situated on Tr Franz Creek and is regulated by the California Department of Water Resources for safety and inspection.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2017, Lowe has a high hazard potential due to its location and design. It has undergone regular inspections, with the most recent one conducted in August 2020. The dam is equipped with emergency action plans, although details about their preparation and guidelines adherence are not specified in the data. The risk management measures and assessment for Lowe are not explicitly outlined, suggesting a potential area for further investigation by water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the dam's safety and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
Tr Franz Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.23 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Maacama C Nr Kellogg Ca
|
2860cfs |
Russian R Nr Healdsburg Ca
|
17500cfs |
Russian R A Jimtown Ca
|
14000cfs |
Russian R A Digger Bend Nr Healdsburg Ca
|
357cfs |
Dry C Nr Mouth Nr Healdsburg Ca
|
1210cfs |
Dry C Blw Lambert Br Nr Geyserville Ca
|
1300cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lowe