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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagunitas | California | Marin | 48 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1872 | Water Supply |
| Maria | California | San Joaquin | 48 | High | Satisfactory | 2003 | 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 |
| North Battle Creek | California | Shasta | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1909 | Hydroelectric |
| Lee Lake | California | Riverside | 47 | High | Poor | 1893 | Water Supply |
| Salt Springs Valley | California | Calaveras | 47 | High | Poor | 1882 | Other |
| Williams Valley | California | Mendocino | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Foote #4 | California | Sonoma | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1976 | Water Supply |
| Blanchard-Offner | California | Napa | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1963 | Other |
| Burger | California | Modoc | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1968 | Water Supply |
| Veterans Home | California | Napa | 47 | High | Fair | 1908 | Water Supply |
| Lake Chabot | California | Solano | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1870 | Other |
| Pit No. 1 Forebay | California | Shasta | 47 | High | Fair | 1947 | Hydroelectric |
| Guzman Reservoir | California | Kern | 47 | High | Satisfactory | — | Water Supply |
| Chester Diversion | California | Plumas | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1975 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Bottoms | California | Lake | 47 | High | Satisfactory | 1990 | Water Supply |
| Anderson Ranch | California | Nevada | 47 | Low | Satisfactory | 1989 | Water Supply |
| Salinger | California | Sonoma | 46 | Low | Satisfactory | 1952 | Water Supply |
| Finnon Lake | California | El Dorado | 46 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2012 | Water Supply |
| Fullerton Dam | California | Orange | 46 | High | Not Available | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Fancher Creek | California | Fresno | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1991 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Stough Debris Basin | California | Los Angeles | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1961 | Debris Control |
| Coastways | California | San Mateo | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1951 | Water Supply |
| Lake Wyandotte | California | Butte | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1924 | Other |
| Cajalco Creek | California | Riverside | 46 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2001 | Debris Control |
| B. J. Robinson | California | Napa | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1957 | Water Supply |
| Bap Pond 5 | California | Kern | 46 | Low | Satisfactory | 2008 | Water Supply |
| Mabey Canyon | California | Riverside | 46 | High | Satisfactory | 1974 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Electra Diversion | California | Amador | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | — | Hydroelectric |
| Ferro Debris Basin | California | Ventura | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1986 | Debris Control |
| S-X | California | Modoc | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1917 | Water Supply |
| Airport Reservoir D | California | Sonoma | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 2002 | Water Supply |
| Yorba | California | Orange | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1907 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Chatsworth | California | Los Angeles | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1918 | Water Supply |
| Klau Dam (Blm) | California | San Luis Obispo | 45 | Low | Not Rated | 1961 | Water Supply |
| Saddlebag Lake | California | Mono | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1921 | Hydroelectric |
| Shinn | California | Alameda | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1987 | Tailings |
| Crocker | California | San Mateo | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1890 | Water Supply |
| Round Valley | California | Lassen | 45 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1892 | Water Supply |
| Black Hawk | California | Madera | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Lake Orinda | California | Contra Costa | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1935 | Water Supply |
| Heath Reservoir | California | Lassen | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Olson | California | Napa | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Amethyst Basin | California | San Bernardino | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 2019 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Groveland Wastewater Reclamation #2 | California | Tuolumne | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | Water Supply |
| Lake Sherwood | California | Ventura | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 1904 | Water Supply |
| Iverson | California | Lassen | 45 | Low | Satisfactory | 1968 | Water Supply |
| Big Rock Ranch | California | Marin | 45 | High | Satisfactory | 2002 | Water Supply |
| Folsom Dike 6 | California | Placer | 45 | High | Not Available | 1956 | Flood Risk Reduction |
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.