Fly-In-Acres
Key Takeaway
Fly-In-Acres is classified as significant hazard in California. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 49.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00624 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Blue Lakes Springs Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fly-In-Acres?
Fly-In-Acres 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 Fly-In-Acres?
Fly-In-Acres is owned by Blue Lakes Springs Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fly-In-Acres built?
Fly-In-Acres was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Fly-In-Acres?
Fly-In-Acres serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fly-In-Acres?
Fly-In-Acres has a dam height of 41 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 Fly-In-Acres last inspected?
Fly-In-Acres was last inspected on September 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.