Hansen Recreational Lake
Key Takeaway
Hansen Recreational Lake is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 59.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01448 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
City of Los Angeles Department of Water And Power
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hansen Recreational Lake?
Hansen Recreational Lake 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 Hansen Recreational Lake?
Hansen Recreational Lake is owned by City of Los Angeles Department of Water And Power (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hansen Recreational Lake built?
Hansen Recreational Lake was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Hansen Recreational Lake?
Hansen Recreational Lake 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 Hansen Recreational Lake?
Hansen Recreational Lake has a dam height of 50 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 Hansen Recreational Lake last inspected?
Hansen Recreational Lake was last inspected on September 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.