Boggs and Warren

East Sand Creek· Modoc, California· Built 1922· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Boggs and Warren is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 4% in CA)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Surface Area180 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)
NID IDCA00922

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 7, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Private Entity

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boggs and Warren?

Boggs and Warren 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 Boggs and Warren?

Boggs and Warren is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boggs and Warren built?

Boggs and Warren was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Boggs and Warren?

Boggs and Warren 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 Boggs and Warren?

Boggs and Warren has a dam height of 12 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 Boggs and Warren last inspected?

Boggs and Warren was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.