Century
Key Takeaway
Century is classified as significant hazard in California. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 149 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 68 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00740 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Century?
Century is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Century?
Century is owned by California Department of Parks and Recreation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Century built?
Century was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Century?
Century serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Century?
Century has a dam height of 44 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 Century last inspected?
Century was last inspected on September 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.