Middle Lake
Key Takeaway
Middle Lake is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01121 |
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
L.R. Martin, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Lake?
Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake?
Middle Lake is owned by L.R. Martin, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Lake built?
Middle Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Middle Lake?
Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake?
Middle Lake has a dam height of 26 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 Middle Lake last inspected?
Middle Lake was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.