Aepoekolu Reservoir, located in Kukuiula, Hawaii, is a private water resource managed by the DLNR.
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This Earth dam, completed in 1910, stands at a height of 37 feet and has a storage capacity of 152 acre-feet. The reservoir primarily serves the purpose of irrigation, drawing water from the Aepo Gulch for agricultural use in the area.
With a surface area of 9.9 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles, Aepoekolu Reservoir plays a crucial role in water management in Kauai, Hawaii. The reservoir has a maximum discharge capacity of 2475 cubic feet per second and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 74 feet. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in the area, Aepoekolu Reservoir is essential for sustaining agricultural activities and ensuring water availability in Kukuiula. The reservoir's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of this vital water resource. With its rich history dating back over a century, Aepoekolu Reservoir remains a significant feature in Hawaii's water resource landscape.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
AEPO GULCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Sf Wailua River Nr Lihue
|
173cfs |
Eb Of Nf Wailua River Nr Lihue
|
39cfs |
Waimea River Nr Waimea
|
295cfs |
Left Branch Opaekaa Str Nr Kapaa
|
2cfs |
Waialae Str At Alt 3
|
34cfs |
Wainiha River Nr Hanalei
|
178cfs |
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