Ice Lakes
Key Takeaway
Ice Lakes is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00971 |
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
Sierra Lakes County Water District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Ice Lakes?
Ice Lakes 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 Ice Lakes?
Ice Lakes is owned by Sierra Lakes County Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ice Lakes built?
Ice Lakes was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Ice Lakes?
Ice Lakes serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ice Lakes?
Ice Lakes has a dam height of 12 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 Lakes last inspected?
Ice Lakes was last inspected on September 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.