Declez Retention
Key Takeaway
Declez Retention is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 30.4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 331 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01204 |
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
County of San Bernardino Department of Public Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Declez Retention?
Declez Retention 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 Declez Retention?
Declez Retention is owned by County of San Bernardino Department of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Declez Retention built?
Declez Retention was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Declez Retention?
Declez Retention serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Declez Retention?
Declez Retention has a dam height of 30 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 Declez Retention last inspected?
Declez Retention was last inspected on January 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.