Lowrey No. 1
Key Takeaway
Lowrey No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in California. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 14.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00990 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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 Lowrey No. 1?
Lowrey No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lowrey No. 1?
Lowrey No. 1 is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lowrey No. 1 built?
Lowrey No. 1 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Lowrey No. 1?
Lowrey No. 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lowrey No. 1?
Lowrey No. 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Lowrey No. 1 last inspected?
Lowrey No. 1 was last inspected on April 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.