Lake Jane

Tr Hildreth Cr· Madera, California· Built 1961· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Jane is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 41.5% in CA)
Dam Length361 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage182 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDCA00706

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 10, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Swd Investments-Fulton Ranch, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Jane?

Lake Jane 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 Lake Jane?

Lake Jane is owned by Swd Investments-Fulton Ranch, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Jane built?

Lake Jane was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Jane?

Lake Jane serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Jane?

Lake Jane has a dam height of 37 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 Jane last inspected?

Lake Jane was last inspected on June 10, 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.