Browse Dams
1,534 dams in the National Inventory of Dams.
National Inventory of Dams
Browse 1,534 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lopez Dam | California | Los Angeles | 50 | High | Not Available | 1954 | Debris Control |
| Hartzell | California | San Luis Obispo | 50 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Wilson Debris Basin | California | Los Angeles | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1961 | Debris Control |
| Rush Meadows | California | Mono | 50 | High | Poor | 1925 | Hydroelectric |
| Wuest | California | San Diego | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1928 | Water Supply |
| Cactus Basin #4 | California | San Bernardino | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 2022 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Harrison Street | California | Riverside | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1954 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Sunfler | California | Tehama | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1976 | Other |
| J. W. Wisda | California | Los Angeles | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1958 | Recreation |
| Camanche Dike No. 6 | California | San Joaquin | 50 | High | Satisfactory | — | Water Supply |
| Langtry | California | Lake | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1992 | Water Supply |
| Chollas | California | San Diego | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1901 | Other |
| Grizzly Creek | California | Butte | 50 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1964 | Water Supply |
| Camanche Dike No. 3 | California | San Joaquin | 50 | High | Satisfactory | — | Water Supply |
| Camanche Dike No. 5 | California | San Joaquin | 50 | High | Satisfactory | — | Water Supply |
| Sierra Madre Villa | California | Los Angeles | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1958 | Debris Control |
| Lake Ada Rose | California | Mendocino | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1964 | Water Supply |
| Hansen Recreational Lake | California | Los Angeles | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1999 | Water Supply |
| Big Dry Creek | California | Fresno | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1948 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Lake La Verne | California | Napa | 50 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1956 | Water Supply |
| Moskowite | California | Napa | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Quail | California | Los Angeles | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | Water Supply |
| Guenoc Lake | California | Lake | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1928 | Other |
| Hughes | California | Monterey | 50 | Low | Poor | 1966 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or ... |
| Bidwell Bar Canyon Saddle | California | Butte | 50 | High | Satisfactory | 1968 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Robbs Peak | California | El Dorado | 50 | Low | Satisfactory | 1963 | Hydroelectric |
| Box Springs | California | Riverside | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1960 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Chinquapin | California | Mendocino | 49 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Lake Leticia | California | Napa | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1960 | Water Supply |
| Steidlmayer #3 | California | Sutter | 49 | Low | Satisfactory | 1961 | Water Supply |
| The Hill Ranch | California | Sonoma | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Henne | California | Napa | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1959 | Water Supply |
| Big Sage | California | Modoc | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1921 | Water Supply |
| Lagunita | California | Sonoma | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1954 | Water Supply |
| Yucaipa No. 2 | California | San Bernardino | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1978 | Water Supply |
| Ler Franklin No. 2 | California | Los Angeles | 49 | Low | Satisfactory | 1982 | Water Supply |
| Morris S. Jones | California | Los Angeles | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1952 | Water Supply |
| San Sevaine Basin #5 | California | San Bernardino | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 2004 | Debris Control |
| San Felipe Ranch | California | Santa Clara | 49 | Low | Satisfactory | 1959 | Water Supply |
| East Hicks Canyon Retarding Basin | California | Orange | 49 | Low | Satisfactory | 1997 | Debris Control |
| Brooktrails 3 North | California | Mendocino | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1970 | Other |
| Mendocino 3 Upper | California | Mendocino | 49 | High | Satisfactory | 1915 | Other |
| Maria | California | San Joaquin | 48 | High | Satisfactory | 2003 | Water Supply |
| Lundy Lake | California | Mono | 48 | High | Satisfactory | 1911 | Hydroelectric |
| Upper Wilcox | California | Madera | 48 | High | Satisfactory | 1930 | Irrigation |
| Ione Canal | California | Amador | 48 | Low | Satisfactory | 1962 | Other |
| Nevada City Raw Water Reservoir | California | Nevada | 48 | Low | Satisfactory | 1980 | Water Supply |
| West Side Detention Dike 4 | California | Riverside | 48 | Low | Not Available | 1968 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Hj Mills Reclamation | California | Riverside | 48 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1996 | Water Supply |
| Lagunitas | California | Marin | 48 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1872 | Water Supply |
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.