Diemer Ozone Contact Basin
Key Takeaway
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 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 | 32 ft (taller than 34.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 1,012 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01492 |
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
Metropolitan Water District Of Southern California
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Diemer Ozone Contact Basin?
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin 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 Diemer Ozone Contact Basin?
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin is owned by Metropolitan Water District Of Southern California (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diemer Ozone Contact Basin built?
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Diemer Ozone Contact Basin?
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Diemer Ozone Contact Basin?
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin has a dam height of 32 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 Diemer Ozone Contact Basin last inspected?
Diemer Ozone Contact Basin was last inspected on August 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.