Ice House Dike No. 1

South Fork Silver Creek· El Dorado, California· Earth· 57 ft tall
Significant Hazard Hydroelectric Recreation Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Ice House Dike No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in California. Its primary use is hydroelectric. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 57 ft (taller than 65.7% in CA)
Dam Length985 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage34.0K acre-ft
Surface Area678 acres
Drainage Area27 sq mi
Max Discharge22,500 cfs
NID IDCA00814

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 29, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Safety of Dams

Ownership

Sacramento Municipal Utility District

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ice House Dike No. 1?

Ice House Dike No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ice House Dike No. 1?

Ice House Dike No. 1 is owned by Sacramento Municipal Utility District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ice House Dike No. 1?

Ice House Dike No. 1 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ice House Dike No. 1?

Ice House Dike No. 1 has a dam height of 57 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 Ice House Dike No. 1 last inspected?

Ice House Dike No. 1 was last inspected on August 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.