Pulgas Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pulgas Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 50.1% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1980 |
| NID ID | CA10130 |
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
DOD USMC
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pulgas Lake Dam?
Pulgas Lake Dam 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 Pulgas Lake Dam?
Pulgas Lake Dam is owned by DOD USMC (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pulgas Lake Dam built?
Pulgas Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Pulgas Lake Dam?
Pulgas Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pulgas Lake Dam?
Pulgas Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Pulgas Lake Dam last inspected?
Pulgas Lake Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.