Dwight Hammond is a privately owned Earth dam located in Mt. Shasta, California, along the Tr Shasta River. Built in 1959, this dam serves primarily for water supply purposes, including irrigation and water supply. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 720 feet, Dwight Hammond has a storage capacity of 348 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 58 acres, draining an area of 0.94 square miles.

Managed by the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and the Safety of Dams agency, Dwight Hammond is inspected regularly to ensure its safe operation. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition, as assessed in September 2017. Despite having no associated structures, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water to the local community and supporting agricultural activities in the region. With its location in a picturesque setting in Siskiyou County, Dwight Hammond stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in California.

As a key infrastructure for water supply in the area, Dwight Hammond's role in ensuring a reliable water source for the community cannot be understated. With its modest height and volume, this Earth dam continues to support the needs of residents and farmers in the region. The fact that it has been in operation for over six decades is a testament to its durability and the importance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight in safeguarding water resources for the future.