Lower Lindsey
Key Takeaway
Lower Lindsey is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 9.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 487 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00364 |
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
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Lindsey?
Lower Lindsey 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 Lower Lindsey?
Lower Lindsey is owned by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Lindsey built?
Lower Lindsey was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Lower Lindsey?
Lower Lindsey serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Lindsey?
Lower Lindsey 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 Lower Lindsey last inspected?
Lower Lindsey was last inspected on August 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.