Tallac

Offstream· El Dorado, California· Gravity· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tallac is classified as low hazard in California. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 3.3% in CA)
Dam Length85 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage176 acre-ft
NID IDCA10376

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: June 20, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tallac?

Tallac 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 Tallac?

Tallac is owned by Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tallac?

Tallac serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tallac?

Tallac has a dam height of 11 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 Tallac last inspected?

Tallac was last inspected on June 20, 2023. 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.