Notre Dame
Key Takeaway
Notre Dame is classified as high hazard in California. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 60.6% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | CA00674 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Belmont City Department Of Public Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Notre Dame?
Notre Dame is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Notre Dame?
Notre Dame is owned by Belmont City Department Of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Notre Dame?
Notre Dame serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Notre Dame?
Notre Dame has a dam height of 51 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 Notre Dame last inspected?
Notre Dame was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.