Vicini

Tr Willow Creek· Amador, California· Built 1980· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Vicini is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 14.1% in CA)
Dam Length1,550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDCA01093

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 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Private Entity

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vicini?

Vicini 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 Vicini?

Vicini is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Vicini built?

Vicini was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Vicini?

Vicini 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 Vicini?

Vicini has a dam height of 19 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 Vicini last inspected?

Vicini was last inspected on May 3, 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.