Feliz North Lake

Unnamed· Mendocino, California· Earth· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Feliz North Lake is classified as significant hazard in California. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 22.6% in CA)
Dam Length630 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
NID IDCA01610

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Feliz Creek Ranch,LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Feliz North Lake?

Feliz North Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Feliz North Lake?

Feliz North Lake is owned by Feliz Creek Ranch,LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Feliz North Lake?

Feliz North 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 Feliz North Lake?

Feliz North Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Feliz North Lake last inspected?

Feliz North Lake was last inspected on December 5, 2022. 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.