Bass Lake
Key Takeaway
Bass Lake is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 12.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 108 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00498 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bass Lake?
Bass Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bass Lake?
Bass Lake is owned by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bass Lake built?
Bass Lake was completed in 1949, making it 77 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bass Lake?
Bass Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bass Lake last inspected?
Bass Lake was last inspected on February 7, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.