Summary
The dam, completed in 1940, serves primarily for irrigation purposes along the Red Cedar Creek. With a dam height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 6 feet, it has a storage capacity of 186 acre-feet and a drainage area of 8.6 square miles. The structure is classified as an earth dam and has a low hazard potential.
Despite being not rated in terms of condition assessment, Granite Creek Dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2018. The dam has not been modified over the years and does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared. With its low hazard potential and steady storage capacity, Granite Creek Dam remains an important water resource for irrigation in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the management and maintenance of this essential infrastructure to ensure its continued functionality and safety.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
River Or Stream |
RED CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
8.6 |
Nid Storage |
186 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Granite Creek Near Callao
|
0cfs |
Trout Creek Near Callao
|
1cfs |
Cleve C Nr Ely
|
5cfs |
Lehman Creek Near Baker
|
1cfs |
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.
Granite Creek