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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Cove | California | Calaveras | 42 | Low | Satisfactory | 1993 | Water Supply |
| Alpine Auxiliary No. 3 | California | Alpine | 42 | Low | Satisfactory | 1891 | Hydroelectric |
| Yucaipa No. 1 | California | San Bernardino | 42 | High | Satisfactory | 1978 | Water Supply |
| San Marcos | California | San Luis Obispo | 42 | High | Satisfactory | 1964 | Other |
| Halsey Forebay No. 1 | California | Placer | 42 | High | Satisfactory | 1913 | Hydroelectric |
| Lake Spaulding No. 2 | California | Nevada | 42 | High | Fair | 1916 | Hydroelectric |
| Williamson No. 1 | California | El Dorado | 42 | Significant | Poor | 1926 | Water Supply |
| Tahchevah | California | Riverside | 42 | High | Satisfactory | 1964 | Debris Control |
| Channel Diversion Dike | California | Los Angeles | 42 | Low | Satisfactory | 1940 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Vista Del Mar Detention Basin | California | Contra Costa | 42 | High | Satisfactory | 2011 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Yarnell Debris Basin | California | Los Angeles | 42 | Low | Satisfactory | 1963 | Debris Control |
| Richard L. Schafer Dam - Frazier Dike | California | Tulare | 42 | Significant | Not Available | 1961 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Scotts Canyon | California | Napa | 41 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1948 | Other |
| Leland | California | Contra Costa | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Montague No. 2 | California | Siskiyou | 41 | Low | Satisfactory | 1978 | Water Supply |
| Spring | California | Madera | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Flers | California | Calaveras | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1957 | Water Supply |
| Runkle | California | Ventura | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1949 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Agua Chinon | California | Orange | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1998 | Debris Control |
| Fly-In-Acres | California | Calaveras | 41 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1953 | Water Supply |
| Nash | California | Shasta | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1960 | Water Supply |
| Jameson Vineyards | California | Napa | 41 | Significant | Satisfactory | — | Water Supply |
| Sunnymead Ranch | California | Riverside | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1985 | Water Supply |
| Loma Rica Airport | California | Nevada | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1965 | Water Supply |
| Auburn Lake Trails | California | El Dorado | 41 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1978 | Water Supply |
| Mem | California | Tehama | 41 | High | Satisfactory | 1976 | Irrigation |
| Castle | California | Merced | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1991 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Lawler | California | Sonoma | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 1910 | Water Supply |
| Fresh Water | California | Los Angeles | 40 | High | Not Available | — | Water Supply |
| Greeott | California | Sonoma | 40 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1951 | Water Supply |
| Preston Forebay | California | Amador | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 1892 | Other |
| Hall Mill Dam | California | Riverside | 40 | High | Not Rated | 1949 | Other |
| Donovan | California | Sonoma | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1953 | Water Supply |
| Mcnab | California | Mendocino | 40 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1947 | Other |
| 10 Mg Walteria | California | Los Angeles | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1953 | Water Supply |
| Fern Lake | California | Sonoma | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1921 | Water Supply |
| Cuyamaca | California | San Diego | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1887 | Other |
| Richardson | California | Sonoma | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 1974 | Water Supply |
| Rodden Lake | California | Stanislaus | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 1916 | Other |
| Beggs | California | San Joaquin | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Paradise Vineyards | California | Sonoma | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 2003 | Other |
| Rinconada Reservoir | California | Santa Clara | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1969 | Water Supply |
| Will Lake #1 | California | Napa | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 2004 | Other |
| Deer Creek | California | Napa | 40 | Low | Satisfactory | 1980 | Water Supply |
| Trout Lake | California | Siskiyou | 40 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1960 | Water Supply |
| Buena Vista Winery | California | Sonoma | 40 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1971 | Water Supply |
| Laurel Creek | California | San Mateo | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1969 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Preston | California | Amador | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1949 | Water Supply |
| Lake Theodore | California | Placer | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1896 | Other |
| Sycamore Canyon | California | Ventura | 40 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | 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.