Carpenter Wilson
Key Takeaway
Carpenter Wilson is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 985 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00491 |
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 Carpenter Wilson?
Carpenter Wilson 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 Carpenter Wilson?
Carpenter Wilson is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carpenter Wilson built?
Carpenter Wilson was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Carpenter Wilson?
Carpenter Wilson serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carpenter Wilson?
Carpenter Wilson has a dam height of 21 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 Carpenter Wilson last inspected?
Carpenter Wilson was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.