Piwai Reservoir, located in Omao Homesteads, Hawaii, is a private-owned water source primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Built in 1916, this Earth type dam stands at a height of 56 feet with a hydraulic height of 46 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 261 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 10.6 acres and is fed by the Poelelele Stream, serving a drainage area of 0.39 square miles.
Despite its age, Piwai Reservoir is regularly inspected and maintained, with its last assessment in April 2021 rating its condition as fair. The dam has a high hazard potential, but with moderate risk management measures in place. The surrounding area is at risk of inundation, prompting the need for emergency action planning. The reservoir is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with state regulations and permitting requirements for continued operation and safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Piwai Reservoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical engineering and management of water resources in Hawaii.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
535 |
Dam Height |
56 |
River Or Stream |
POELELELE STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
261 |
Structural Height |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
56 |
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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