Emergency Storage Basin

Offstream· Sacramento, California· Built 1977· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Emergency Storage Basin is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 15.3% in CA)
Dam Length11,570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.4K acre-ft
Surface Area88 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDCA01419

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 20, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Emergency Storage Basin?

Emergency Storage Basin is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Emergency Storage Basin?

Emergency Storage Basin is owned by Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Emergency Storage Basin built?

Emergency Storage Basin was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Emergency Storage Basin?

Emergency Storage Basin serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Emergency Storage Basin?

Emergency Storage Basin 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 Emergency Storage Basin last inspected?

Emergency Storage Basin was last inspected on October 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.