Morning Star
Key Takeaway
Morning Star is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 52.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00546 |
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
De Anza Placer Gold Mining Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morning Star?
Morning Star 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 Morning Star?
Morning Star is owned by De Anza Placer Gold Mining Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morning Star built?
Morning Star was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Morning Star?
Morning Star serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morning Star?
Morning Star 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 Morning Star last inspected?
Morning Star was last inspected on October 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.