Empire Weir No. 1
California — Kings County — Sfk Kings River
Location
| State | California |
| County | Kings |
| River | Sfk Kings River |
| Coordinates | 36.23890, -119.85780 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 77 ft |
| NID Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | March 26, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 0.5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1906 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Empire Westside Irrigation District |
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.