Cedar Springs
Key Takeaway
Cedar Springs is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 249 ft (taller than 97.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 2,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 980 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00049 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
California Department of Water Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs 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 Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs is owned by California Department of Water Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Springs built?
Cedar Springs was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Springs?
Cedar Springs has a dam height of 249 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 Cedar Springs last inspected?
Cedar Springs was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.