Big Canyon Creek
Key Takeaway
Big Canyon Creek is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 69.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 432 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 395 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00611 |
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
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Canyon Creek?
Big Canyon Creek 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 Big Canyon Creek?
Big Canyon Creek is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Canyon Creek built?
Big Canyon Creek was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Big Canyon Creek?
Big Canyon Creek serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Canyon Creek?
Big Canyon Creek has a dam height of 63 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 Big Canyon Creek last inspected?
Big Canyon Creek was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.