Laurel Springs Club
Key Takeaway
Laurel Springs Club is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 27.2% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01016 |
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
Laurel Spring Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Springs Club?
Laurel Springs Club 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 Laurel Springs Club?
Laurel Springs Club is owned by Laurel Spring Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Springs Club built?
Laurel Springs Club was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Laurel Springs Club?
Laurel Springs Club 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 Laurel Springs Club?
Laurel Springs Club has a dam height of 28 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 Laurel Springs Club last inspected?
Laurel Springs Club was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.