Browse Dams
16,901 dams in the National Inventory of Dams.
National Inventory of Dams
Browse 16,901 dams from the NID database. Each record includes dam name, location, physical dimensions, hazard potential classification, condition assessment, purpose, owner information, and emergency action plan status. Use the filters below to search by state, hazard level, condition, or keyword.
| Name | State | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yadkin Narrows | North Carolina | Stanly | 214 | High | Satisfactory | 1917 | Hydroelectric |
| Pathfinder Dam | Wyoming | Natrona | 214 | High | Not Available | 1909 | Hydroelectric |
| King Branch Slurry Dam | Kentucky | Knott | 214 | High | Not Available | — | Tailings |
| Iron Canyon | California | Shasta | 214 | High | Satisfactory | 1965 | Hydroelectric |
| Saluda Backup Berm | South Carolina | Lexington | 213 | High | Satisfactory | 2005 | Hydroelectric |
| Santa Felicia | California | Ventura | 213 | High | Poor | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Ashokan Dam | New York | Ulster | 213 | High | Satisfactory | 1916 | Water Supply |
| Rockcamp Branch Refuse Disposal Facility | West Virginia | Nicholas | 213 | High | Not Available | — | Tailings |
| Lake Fort Smith Dam | Arkansas | Poinsett | 212 | High | Fair | 1936 | Water Supply |
| Questa Tailings Dam 4 | New Mexico | Taos | 212 | High | Satisfactory | 1966 | Tailings |
| Tiber Dam | Montana | Liberty | 211 | High | Not Available | 1956 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Garrison Dam | North Dakota | Mercer | 210 | High | Not Available | 1953 | Hydroelectric |
| Victoria | Michigan | Ontonagon | 210 | High | Satisfactory | 1930 | Hydroelectric |
| North Catamount | Colorado | Teller | 210 | High | Satisfactory | 1959 | Water Supply |
| Cabin Creek Upper | Colorado | Clear Creek | 210 | High | Satisfactory | 1967 | Hydroelectric |
| Little Grass Valley | California | Plumas | 210 | High | Satisfactory | 1961 | Hydroelectric |
| Stewart Mountain Dam | Arizona | Maricopa | 210 | High | Not Available | 1930 | Hydroelectric |
| New Calaveras | California | Alameda | 210 | High | Satisfactory | 2018 | Water Supply |
| Sutton Dam | West Virginia | Braxton | 210 | High | Not Available | 1960 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Starvation Dam | Utah | Duchesne | 210 | High | Not Available | 1970 | Irrigation |
| New Hogan Dam | California | Calaveras | 210 | High | Not Available | 1963 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Quail Creek | Utah | Washington | 209 | High | Satisfactory | 1984 | Irrigation |
| Williams Fork Main | Colorado | Grand | 209 | High | Satisfactory | 1959 | Water Supply |
| Oxbow | Idaho | Adams | 209 | High | Fair | 1961 | Hydroelectric |
| Walters | North Carolina | Haywood | 208 | High | Satisfactory | 1929 | Hydroelectric |
| Red Dog Tailings Main Dam | Alaska | Northwest Arctic Borough | 208 | High | Satisfactory | 1993 | Tailings |
| Anchor Dam | Wyoming | Hot Springs | 208 | High | Not Available | 1960 | Irrigation |
| James J. Lenihan | California | Santa Clara | 208 | High | Fair | 1953 | Water Supply |
| Ice Harbor Lock and Dam | Washington | Walla Walla | 208 | High | Not Available | 1962 | Navigation |
| North Fork | Oregon | Clackamas | 207 | High | Satisfactory | 1958 | Hydroelectric |
| Greybull Valley (1st Enl.) | Wyoming | Park | 207 | High | Fair | 2000 | Irrigation |
| Taylor Park Dam | Colorado | Gunnison | 206 | High | Not Available | 1937 | Irrigation |
| Wanapum | Washington | Kittitas | 206 | High | Fair | 1965 | Hydroelectric |
| Kentucky Dam | Kentucky | Livingston | 206 | High | Not Available | 1944 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Swift (Pondera) | Montana | Pondera | 205 | High | Satisfactory | 1967 | Irrigation |
| Big Bend Dam | South Dakota | Lyman | 205 | High | Not Available | 1963 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Jackson Meadows | California | Nevada | 205 | High | Satisfactory | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Brushy Creek Tailings | Missouri | Reynolds | 205 | High | Satisfactory | 1970 | Tailings |
| Tulloch | California | Calaveras | 205 | High | Satisfactory | 1958 | Hydroelectric |
| William H. Harsha Dam | Ohio | Clermont | 205 | High | Not Available | 1973 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Fall Creek Dam | Oregon | Lane | 205 | High | Not Available | 1965 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Emigrant Dam | Oregon | Jackson | 204 | High | Not Available | 1960 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Ralston | Colorado | Jefferson | 204 | High | Satisfactory | 1937 | Water Supply |
| Hartwell Dam | Georgia | Hart | 204 | High | Not Available | 1962 | Hydroelectric |
| Pelton | Oregon | Jefferson | 204 | High | Satisfactory | 1957 | Hydroelectric |
| Fairfield Dam B (Main Dam) | South Carolina | Fairfield | 204 | High | Satisfactory | 1977 | Hydroelectric |
| Downsville Dam | New York | Delaware | 204 | High | Satisfactory | 1954 | Water Supply |
| Holz Dam | West Virginia | Kanawha | 203 | High | Satisfactory | 1972 | Tailings |
| Lake Loveland | California | San Diego | 203 | High | Satisfactory | 1945 | Water Supply |
| Camp Far West | California | Yuba | 203 | High | Fair | 1963 | Irrigation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Hazard potential is based on the consequences of dam failure, not the condition of the dam. High hazard means loss of human life is probable. Significant means economic and environmental losses are expected but no probable loss of life. Low means minimal losses are expected. The classification considers downstream population, infrastructure, and environmental resources.
Condition ratings reflect the physical state of the dam based on periodic inspections. Satisfactory means no deficiencies found. Fair means minor issues exist but no immediate action needed. Poor means safety deficiencies require remedial action. Unsatisfactory means the dam is unsafe and immediate corrective action is required.
Yes. Use the search field above to find dams by name. You can also combine the search with state, hazard, and condition filters to narrow your results. Each dam record links to a detail page with complete information.