Cloak Lake
Key Takeaway
Cloak Lake is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 432 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00927 |
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
Lava Lakes, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cloak Lake?
Cloak Lake 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 Cloak Lake?
Cloak Lake is owned by Lava Lakes, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cloak Lake built?
Cloak Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Cloak Lake?
Cloak Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cloak Lake?
Cloak Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Cloak Lake last inspected?
Cloak Lake was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.