Dam Lake Norconian West
Key Takeaway
Dam Lake Norconian West is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 15.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 453 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 431 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 163 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | CA82566 |
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
DOD USN
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam Lake Norconian West?
Dam Lake Norconian West 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 Dam Lake Norconian West?
Dam Lake Norconian West is owned by DOD USN (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam Lake Norconian West built?
Dam Lake Norconian West was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Dam Lake Norconian West?
Dam Lake Norconian West serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam Lake Norconian West?
Dam Lake Norconian West has a dam height of 20 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 Dam Lake Norconian West last inspected?
Dam Lake Norconian West was last inspected on May 31, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.