Lakewood
Key Takeaway
Lakewood is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 | 33 ft (taller than 35.9% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00969 |
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
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood?
Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood built?
Lakewood was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood has a dam height of 33 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 Lakewood last inspected?
Lakewood was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.