West Valley

California — Modoc County — West Valley Cr

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyModoc
RiverWest Valley Cr
Coordinates41.22280, -120.41210

Physical Characteristics

NID Height65 ft
Dam Height65 ft
Dam Length305 ft
NID Storage23,000 acre-ft
Max Storage23,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,050 acres

Safety Classification

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

Dam Information

Year Completed1936
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerSouth Fork Irrigation 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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