Harbor View
Key Takeaway
Harbor View is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 65 ft (taller than 70.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00830 |
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
County of Orange
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Harbor View?
Harbor View 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 Harbor View?
Harbor View is owned by County of Orange (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harbor View built?
Harbor View was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Harbor View?
Harbor View serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harbor View?
Harbor View has a dam height of 65 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 Harbor View last inspected?
Harbor View was last inspected on February 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.