Brooktrails 3 North

Mendocino, California· Built 1970· Earth· 49 ft tall
High Hazard Other Irrigation Recreation Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Brooktrails 3 North is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 49 ft (taller than 57.9% in CA)
Dam Length385 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage251 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDCA00872

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Brooktrails Township Community Services District

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brooktrails 3 North?

Brooktrails 3 North 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 Brooktrails 3 North?

Brooktrails 3 North is owned by Brooktrails Township Community Services District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brooktrails 3 North built?

Brooktrails 3 North was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Brooktrails 3 North?

Brooktrails 3 North serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Brooktrails 3 North?

Brooktrails 3 North has a dam height of 49 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 Brooktrails 3 North last inspected?

Brooktrails 3 North was last inspected on April 13, 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.