Headworks Reservoir West
Key Takeaway
Headworks Reservoir West is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 2022 and is 4 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 34.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 2,384 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 2022 (4 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01598 |
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 Headworks Reservoir West?
Headworks Reservoir West 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 Headworks Reservoir West?
Headworks Reservoir West 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 Headworks Reservoir West built?
Headworks Reservoir West was completed in 2022, making it 4 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 Headworks Reservoir West?
Headworks Reservoir West serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Headworks Reservoir West?
Headworks Reservoir West has a dam height of 32 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.