Case Springs Dam
Key Takeaway
Case Springs Dam is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 60.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1978 |
| NID ID | CA10133 |
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
DOD USMC
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Case Springs Dam?
Case Springs Dam 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 Case Springs Dam?
Case Springs Dam is owned by DOD USMC (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Case Springs Dam built?
Case Springs Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Case Springs Dam?
Case Springs Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Case Springs Dam?
Case Springs Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Case Springs Dam last inspected?
Case Springs Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.