Higuera
Key Takeaway
Higuera is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 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 | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00687 |
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
Green Earth Liang's Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Higuera?
Higuera 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 Higuera?
Higuera is owned by Green Earth Liang's Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Higuera built?
Higuera was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Higuera?
Higuera serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Higuera?
Higuera has a dam height of 44 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 Higuera last inspected?
Higuera was last inspected on December 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.