Hagmaier South

OLEMA CREEK· Marin, California· Built 1944· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Hagmaier South is classified as significant hazard in California. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 23.6% in CA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage18 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area150 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)
NID IDCA10247

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 7, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI NPS

Federal Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hagmaier South?

Hagmaier South 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 Hagmaier South?

Hagmaier South is owned by DOI NPS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hagmaier South built?

Hagmaier South was completed in 1944, making it 82 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Hagmaier South?

Hagmaier South has a dam height of 25 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 Hagmaier South last inspected?

Hagmaier South was last inspected on December 7, 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.