Crowder Mtn

Modoc, California· Built 1977· Earth· 8 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Crowder Mtn is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in CA)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage1.3K acre-ft
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDCA10321

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 1, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crowder Mtn?

Crowder Mtn 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 Crowder Mtn?

Crowder Mtn is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crowder Mtn built?

Crowder Mtn was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Crowder Mtn?

Crowder Mtn serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crowder Mtn?

Crowder Mtn has a dam height of 8 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 Crowder Mtn last inspected?

Crowder Mtn was last inspected on August 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.