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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hj Mills Reclamation | California | Riverside | 48 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1996 | Water Supply |
| Clear Lake Dam | California | Modoc | 48 | High | Not Available | 1910 | Irrigation |
| Blanchard-Offner | California | Napa | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1963 | Other |
| Veterans Home | California | Napa | 47 | High | Fair | 1908 | Water Supply |
| Pit No. 1 Forebay | California | Shasta | 47 | High | Fair | 1947 | Hydroelectric |
| Chester Diversion | California | Plumas | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1975 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Foote #4 | California | Sonoma | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1976 | Water Supply |
| Guzman Reservoir | California | Kern | 47 | High | Satisfactory | — | Water Supply |
| Anderson Ranch | California | Nevada | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1989 | Water Supply |
| Salt Springs Valley | California | Calaveras | 47 | High | Poor | 1882 | Other |
| Williams Valley | California | Mendocino | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Bottoms | California | Lake | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1990 | Water Supply |
| Lee Lake | California | Riverside | 47 | High | Poor | 1893 | Water Supply |
| North Battle Creek | California | Shasta | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1909 | Hydroelectric |
| Burger | California | Modoc | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1968 | Water Supply |
| La Tuna Debris Basin | California | Los Angeles | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1960 | Debris Control |
| Matthews | California | San Diego | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1967 | Water Supply |
| Lake Chabot | California | Solano | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1870 | Other |
| B. J. Robinson | California | Napa | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1957 | Water Supply |
| Mabey Canyon | California | Riverside | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1974 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Salinger | California | Sonoma | 46 | Low | Satisfactory | 1952 | Water Supply |
| Fancher Creek | California | Fresno | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1991 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Stough Debris Basin | California | Los Angeles | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1961 | Debris Control |
| Cajalco Creek | California | Riverside | 46 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2001 | Debris Control |
| Fullerton Dam | California | Orange | 46 | High | Not Available | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Lake Wyandotte | California | Butte | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1924 | Other |
| Bap Pond 5 | California | Kern | 46 | Low | Satisfactory | 2008 | Water Supply |
| Coastways | California | San Mateo | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1951 | Water Supply |
| Finnon Lake | California | El Dorado | 46 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2012 | Water Supply |
| Olson | California | Napa | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Amethyst Basin | California | San Bernardino | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 2019 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Ferro Debris Basin | California | Ventura | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1986 | Debris Control |
| Round Valley | California | Lassen | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1892 | Water Supply |
| Klau Dam (Blm) | California | San Luis Obispo | 45 | Low | Not Rated | 1961 | Water Supply |
| Big Rock Ranch | California | Marin | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 2002 | Water Supply |
| Brand Debris Basin | California | Los Angeles | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1965 | Debris Control |
| Lake Sherwood | California | Ventura | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1904 | Water Supply |
| Lake Orinda | California | Contra Costa | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1935 | Water Supply |
| S-X | California | Modoc | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1917 | Water Supply |
| Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 | California | Tuolumne | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | Water Supply |
| Saddlebag Lake | California | Mono | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1921 | Hydroelectric |
| Iverson | California | Lassen | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1968 | Water Supply |
| Electra Diversion | California | Amador | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | — | Hydroelectric |
| Airport Reservoir D | California | Sonoma | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2002 | Water Supply |
| Yorba | California | Orange | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1907 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Folsom Dike 6 | California | Placer | 45 | High | Not Available | 1956 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Crocker | California | San Mateo | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1890 | Water Supply |
| Chatsworth | California | Los Angeles | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1918 | Water Supply |
| Black Hawk | California | Madera | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Heath Reservoir | California | Lassen | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1965 | 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.