Blue Lake
Key Takeaway
Blue Lake is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 211 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10233 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Blue Lake?
Blue 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 Blue Lake?
Blue Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Lake built?
Blue Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Blue Lake?
Blue Lake serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blue Lake?
Blue Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Blue Lake last inspected?
Blue Lake was last inspected on August 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.