Milpitas
Key Takeaway
Milpitas is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 18.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10127 |
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
Fort Hunter Liggett
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Milpitas?
Milpitas 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 Milpitas?
Milpitas is owned by Fort Hunter Liggett (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Milpitas built?
Milpitas was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Milpitas?
Milpitas serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Milpitas?
Milpitas has a dam height of 22 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 Milpitas last inspected?
Milpitas was last inspected on May 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.