Indian Creek
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 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 | 36 ft (taller than 40.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 457 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00997 |
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
Greenstone Country Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek?
Indian Creek 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 Indian Creek?
Indian Creek is owned by Greenstone Country Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Creek built?
Indian Creek was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Indian Creek?
Indian Creek serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Indian Creek?
Indian Creek has a dam height of 36 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 Indian Creek last inspected?
Indian Creek was last inspected on September 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.