Buena Vista
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| County | Kern |
| Nearest City | Lamont |
| River/Stream | Kern River |
| Coordinates | 35.22340, -119.27000 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 24,000 ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 7,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 980 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Other |
| Owner | Kern County Parks and Recreation |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 01/16/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |