Dams in Tulare County, California
8Total Dams
1High Hazard
3Significant
Dam Safety in Tulare County, California
Tulare County has 8 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 3 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Tulare County is 85 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Larson at 54 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bravo Lake Reservoir | High | Satisfactory | 24 | Water Supply | 1980 |
| Larson | Significant | Satisfactory | 54 | Other | 1963 |
| Richard L. Schafer Dam - Frazier Dike | Significant | Not Available | 42 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1961 |
| Terminus Dam - Hotel Dike | Significant | Not Available | 18 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2005 |
| Upper Monarch Lake | Low | Satisfactory | 22 | Water Supply | 1905 |
| Lady Franklin Lake | Low | Satisfactory | 21 | Water Supply | 1905 |
| Crystal Lake | Low | Satisfactory | 17 | Water Supply | 1903 |
| Elk Bayou | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Other | 1903 |