Lauer

NORTH FORK PIT RIVER· Modoc, California· Built 1895· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Lauer is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length830 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage1.6K acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1895 (131 years old)
NID IDCA10163

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: September 19, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BIA

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lauer?

Lauer 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 Lauer?

Lauer is owned by BIA (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lauer built?

Lauer was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Lauer?

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

When was Lauer last inspected?

Lauer was last inspected on September 19, 2012. 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.