Eaton H. Magoon Lake
Key Takeaway
Eaton H. Magoon Lake is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 246 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01055 |
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
Langtry Farms, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eaton H. Magoon Lake?
Eaton H. Magoon Lake 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 Eaton H. Magoon Lake?
Eaton H. Magoon Lake is owned by Langtry Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eaton H. Magoon Lake built?
Eaton H. Magoon Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Eaton H. Magoon Lake?
Eaton H. Magoon Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eaton H. Magoon Lake?
Eaton H. Magoon Lake 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 Eaton H. Magoon Lake last inspected?
Eaton H. Magoon Lake was last inspected on September 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.