Maria Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Maria, a private dam located in Tracy, California, stands as a crucial water resource structure for irrigation and water supply purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 2003, this earth dam reaches a height of 48 feet and has a storage capacity of 277 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment, Maria is regulated by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance.

Situated on an unnamed stream in San Joaquin County, Maria plays a vital role in water management within the region. Owned privately, this dam is subject to state jurisdiction and enforcement, with the primary purpose of supplying water for agricultural and domestic use. Despite its high hazard potential, the structure has been deemed satisfactory in its condition assessment, indicating a commitment to maintaining its integrity and safety for the surrounding community.

With its proximity to the San Francisco District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Maria serves as a critical infrastructure contributing to the water supply and irrigation needs of the area. Despite the potential risks associated with its high hazard classification, the dam's state-regulated status, regular inspections, and satisfactory condition assessment underscore its importance in ensuring water security and resource management in the region.

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

610

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

Unnamed Stream

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

3.5

Nid Storage

277

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

48
       
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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.