Camp Far West Diversion
Key Takeaway
Camp Far West Diversion is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 34.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 244 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 281 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01086 |
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
South Sutter Water District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Far West Diversion?
Camp Far West Diversion 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 Camp Far West Diversion?
Camp Far West Diversion is owned by South Sutter Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Far West Diversion built?
Camp Far West Diversion was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Camp Far West Diversion?
Camp Far West Diversion serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Camp Far West Diversion?
Camp Far West Diversion has a dam height of 32 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 Camp Far West Diversion last inspected?
Camp Far West Diversion was last inspected on August 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.