Milton South
Key Takeaway
Milton South is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 30.4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 137 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 810 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00248 |
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
Nevada Irrigation District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Milton South?
Milton South 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 Milton South?
Milton South is owned by Nevada Irrigation District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Milton South built?
Milton South was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Milton South?
Milton South serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Milton South?
Milton South has a dam height of 30 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 Milton South last inspected?
Milton South was last inspected on August 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.