Indian Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Indian Creek in El Dorado, California, is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

Completed in 1946, this earth dam stands at 36 feet high and has a storage capacity of 457 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in irrigation, recreation, and water supply for the region, with a drainage area of 6.81 square miles.

Managed by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) under the Safety of Dams program, Indian Creek dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2017, the dam is monitored closely, with regular inspections occurring every 1 year. In case of emergencies, an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is in place, last revised in March 2021.

Situated in the picturesque city of Folsom, Indian Creek dam not only provides essential water resources but also contributes to the local recreational activities and environmental landscape. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of water management in sustaining communities and ecosystems in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1946

Dam Length

685

Dam Height

36

River Or Stream

Indian Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

36

Hydraulic Height

31.5

Drainage Area

6.81

Nid Storage

457

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

36
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.