Upper Gorge

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

CountyMono
River/StreamOwens River
Coordinates37.54590, -118.58980

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height44 ft
Dam Height44 ft
Dam Length37 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage26 acre-ft
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area457 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerCity of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/10/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCA00095
Federal IDCA00095
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams