Bevans Creek
Key Takeaway
Bevans Creek is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 60.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00562 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bevans Creek?
Bevans Creek is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bevans Creek?
Bevans Creek is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bevans Creek built?
Bevans Creek was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bevans Creek?
Bevans Creek serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bevans Creek?
Bevans Creek has a dam height of 51 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 Bevans Creek last inspected?
Bevans Creek was last inspected on October 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.