Cloverswale
Key Takeaway
Cloverswale is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 462 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01513 |
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
Lazy Spade, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cloverswale?
Cloverswale 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 Cloverswale?
Cloverswale is owned by Lazy Spade, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cloverswale built?
Cloverswale was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Cloverswale?
Cloverswale 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 Cloverswale?
Cloverswale 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 Cloverswale last inspected?
Cloverswale was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.