Lake Ada Rose

Tr Willets Creek· Mendocino, California· Built 1964· Earth· 50 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Recreation Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Lake Ada Rose is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 50 ft (taller than 59.1% in CA)
Dam Length590 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage138 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDCA00871

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Brooktrails Township Community Services District

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Ada Rose?

Lake Ada Rose 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 Lake Ada Rose?

Lake Ada Rose is owned by Brooktrails Township Community Services District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Ada Rose built?

Lake Ada Rose was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Lake Ada Rose?

Lake Ada Rose 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 Lake Ada Rose?

Lake Ada Rose has a dam height of 50 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 Lake Ada Rose last inspected?

Lake Ada Rose was last inspected on April 13, 2022. 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.