Garvey Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Garvey Reservoir is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 | 160 ft (taller than 91% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 5,164 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00217 |
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
Metropolitan Water District Of Southern California
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Garvey Reservoir?
Garvey Reservoir 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 Garvey Reservoir?
Garvey Reservoir is owned by Metropolitan Water District Of Southern California (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garvey Reservoir built?
Garvey Reservoir was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Garvey Reservoir?
Garvey Reservoir 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 Garvey Reservoir?
Garvey Reservoir has a dam height of 160 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 Garvey Reservoir last inspected?
Garvey Reservoir was last inspected on January 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.