Malibou Lake Club
Key Takeaway
Malibou Lake Club is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 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 | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00739 |
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
Malibou Lake Mountain Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Malibou Lake Club?
Malibou Lake Club 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 Malibou Lake Club?
Malibou Lake Club is owned by Malibou Lake Mountain Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Malibou Lake Club built?
Malibou Lake Club was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Malibou Lake Club?
Malibou Lake Club serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Malibou Lake Club?
Malibou Lake Club has a dam height of 44 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 Malibou Lake Club last inspected?
Malibou Lake Club was last inspected on September 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.