Nine Springs
Key Takeaway
Nine Springs is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 9.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00951 |
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
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nine Springs?
Nine Springs 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 Nine Springs?
Nine Springs is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nine Springs built?
Nine Springs was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Nine Springs?
Nine Springs serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nine Springs?
Nine Springs has a dam height of 16 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 Nine Springs last inspected?
Nine Springs was last inspected on April 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.