Lake Curry
Key Takeaway
Lake Curry is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 107 ft (taller than 83.5% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 572 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 377 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00140 |
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
City of Vallejo
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Curry?
Lake Curry 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 Curry?
Lake Curry is owned by City of Vallejo (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Curry built?
Lake Curry was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Curry?
Lake Curry serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Curry?
Lake Curry has a dam height of 107 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 Curry last inspected?
Lake Curry was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.