Shoreline Lake

Un-named· Santa Clara, California· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Shoreline Lake is classified as low hazard in California. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 12.6% in CA)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage660 acre-ft
Surface Area47 acres
NID IDCA10404

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 4, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

City of Mountain View

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shoreline Lake?

Shoreline Lake 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 Shoreline Lake?

Shoreline Lake is owned by City of Mountain View (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shoreline Lake?

Shoreline Lake 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 Shoreline Lake?

Shoreline Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Shoreline Lake last inspected?

Shoreline Lake was last inspected on May 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.