Upper Gorge
California — Mono County — Owens River
Location
| State | California |
| County | Mono |
| River | Owens River |
| Coordinates | 37.54590, -118.58980 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Length | 37 ft |
| NID Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 10, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 0.5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power |
Location Map
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.