Lake Vera
Key Takeaway
Lake Vera is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 9.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00538 |
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
Lake Vera Mutual Water Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Vera?
Lake Vera 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 Vera?
Lake Vera is owned by Lake Vera Mutual Water Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Vera built?
Lake Vera 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 Vera?
Lake Vera 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 Vera?
Lake Vera has a dam height of 16 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 Vera last inspected?
Lake Vera was last inspected on November 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.