Penn Valley Wastewater
Key Takeaway
Penn Valley Wastewater is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 44.4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | CA01247 |
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 County Department of Sanitation
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Anthony House
Nevada, CA
High Hazard 75 ftSwan
Nevada, CA
High Hazard 59 ftHarry L. Englebright Dam
Yuba, CA
High Hazard 242 ftFrisky Lake Dam
Yuba, CA
Significant Hazard 17 ftPine Grove
Nevada, CA
Low Hazard 42 ftVassar Lake Dam
Yuba, CA
Significant Hazard 25 ftCamp Far West
Yuba, CA
High Hazard 185 ftUpper Blackwelder Dam
Yuba, CA
Significant Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Penn Valley Wastewater?
Penn Valley Wastewater 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 Penn Valley Wastewater?
Penn Valley Wastewater is owned by Nevada County Department of Sanitation (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Penn Valley Wastewater built?
Penn Valley Wastewater was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Penn Valley Wastewater?
Penn Valley Wastewater 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 Penn Valley Wastewater?
Penn Valley Wastewater has a dam height of 39 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 Penn Valley Wastewater last inspected?
Penn Valley Wastewater was last inspected on April 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.