Tuolumne Log Pond
Key Takeaway
Tuolumne Log Pond is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 18.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00653 |
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
The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tuolumne Log Pond?
Tuolumne Log Pond 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 Tuolumne Log Pond?
Tuolumne Log Pond is owned by The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tuolumne Log Pond built?
Tuolumne Log Pond was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Tuolumne Log Pond?
Tuolumne Log Pond 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 Tuolumne Log Pond?
Tuolumne Log Pond has a dam height of 22 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 Tuolumne Log Pond last inspected?
Tuolumne Log Pond was last inspected on July 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.