Dixon
Key Takeaway
Dixon is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 116 ft (taller than 85.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00878 |
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
City of Escondido
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dixon?
Dixon 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 Dixon?
Dixon is owned by City of Escondido (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dixon built?
Dixon was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Dixon?
Dixon 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 Dixon?
Dixon has a dam height of 116 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 Dixon last inspected?
Dixon was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.