Coyote Creek
Key Takeaway
Coyote Creek is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 92 ft (taller than 80% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00572 |
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
Hidden Valley Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coyote Creek?
Coyote Creek 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 Coyote Creek?
Coyote Creek is owned by Hidden Valley Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coyote Creek built?
Coyote Creek was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Coyote Creek?
Coyote Creek 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 Coyote Creek?
Coyote Creek has a dam height of 92 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 Coyote Creek last inspected?
Coyote Creek was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.