Harvey Place
Key Takeaway
Harvey Place is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 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 | 72 ft (taller than 73.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 163 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01222 |
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
South Tahoe Public Utility District
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Harvey Place?
Harvey Place 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 Harvey Place?
Harvey Place is owned by South Tahoe Public Utility District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harvey Place built?
Harvey Place was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Harvey Place?
Harvey Place serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harvey Place?
Harvey Place has a dam height of 72 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 Harvey Place last inspected?
Harvey Place was last inspected on December 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.