Nelson Corral Dam (Blm)
Key Takeaway
Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | CA10354 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Nelson Corral Dam (Blm)?
Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) 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 Nelson Corral Dam (Blm)?
Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) built?
Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Nelson Corral Dam (Blm)?
Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) last inspected?
Nelson Corral Dam (Blm) was last inspected on July 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.