West Point Regulating dam
West Point Regulating
West Point Regulating, located in West Point, California, is a vital water resource infrastructure owned by the local government. This regulating structure on Ruse Creek was completed in 1965 and serves the primary purpose of water supply for irrigation and other purposes. With a dam height of 36 feet and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, the facility plays a crucial role in regulating water flow in the region.
Managed by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) under the Safety of Dams program, West Point Regulating is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspections, and enforcement. The dam has a high hazard potential, but its condition assessment in 2017 deemed it to be satisfactory. Regular inspections ensure the structure's integrity, with the last inspection conducted in March 2021, indicating a well-maintained facility meeting safety guidelines.
With its strategic location and importance for water supply, West Point Regulating stands as a key asset in the local water management infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper regulation and maintenance of such structures are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of water supply for the surrounding communities.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around West Point Regulating -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cosumnes R A Michigan Bar Ca | 358 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Cameron Park Ca | 8 cfs | → |
| Black C Nr Copperopolis Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Ab Stumpy Meadows Res Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Bl Mutton Canyon Nr Georgetown Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near West Point Regulating.
Boat launches
- Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines
- Amador County
- Forebay Road El Dorado County
- Poho Ridge El Dorado County
- Glory Hole Road 6503, Angels Camp
- Rock Creek Road El Dorado County
Campgrounds
- Indian Grinding Rock State Park
- Indian Grinding Rock Campground
- Sly Guard Cabin
- Pipi Campground
- Pipi
- Frontier Adventure
Fishing spots
- Lake Tabeaud
- Lower Bear River Reservoir
- Bear River Reservoir
- Salt Springs Reservoir
- Pardee Reservoir
- Amador Lake
Track West Point Regulating in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About West Point Regulating
Where does the data for West Point Regulating come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of West Point Regulating.