Ice Lakes
Ice Lakes is a gravity dam located in Placer County, California, built in 1942. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Ice Lakes
The primary purpose of Ice Lakes is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Sierra Lakes County Water District (public utility). It impounds the Serena Creek.
The dam stands 12 feet tall and stretches 40 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 75 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 220 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 2 square miles. Completed in 1942, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 10/20/2025.
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Location
| State | California |
| County | Placer |
| River/Stream | Serena Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.29350, -120.38300 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Sierra Lakes County Water District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 10/20/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | CA00971 |
| Federal ID | CA00971 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |