Novato Creek

California — Marin County — Novato Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMarin
RiverNovato Creek
Coordinates38.11800, -122.63680

Physical Characteristics

NID Height71 ft
Dam Height71 ft
Dam Length650 ft
NID Storage4,430 acre-ft
Max Storage4,430 acre-ft
Surface Area195 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 4, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1951
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerNorth Marin County Water District

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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