Guzman Reservoir dam
Guzman Reservoir
Located in Kern County, California, Guzman Reservoir is a newly completed off-stream earth dam that serves as a critical water supply source for the region. Owned by a public utility and regulated by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR), this reservoir has a storage capacity of 684 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 33.18 acres. Completed in 2020, the dam stands at a height of 47 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 80 cubic feet per second.
With a primary purpose of water supply for irrigation and other uses, Guzman Reservoir plays a vital role in water management in the area. The dam's satisfactory condition assessment and high hazard potential underscore the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and reliability. Despite its relatively small size, the reservoir's strategic location and modern design make it a valuable asset in addressing water resource challenges in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, Guzman Reservoir's role in providing a reliable water supply becomes increasingly significant. The dam's proximity to the city of Jasmin and its location within the Congressional District 21 of California further highlight its importance in supporting the local economy and ecosystem. As efforts to address water scarcity and climate resilience intensify, Guzman Reservoir stands as a testament to proactive water resource management and infrastructure development in the face of a changing environment.
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 Guzman Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 30 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 17 cfs | → |
| Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca | 100 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Guzman Reservoir.
Boat launches
- Woollomes Avenue 32557-32869, Delano
- Lake Ming Road 13375, Bakersfield
- Democrat Raft Take-Out Boating Site
- Delonegha River Access Boating Site
Campgrounds
- Free Camping. Sunset-Sunrise. Shafter, Ca. Usa
- Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
- Kern River Park
- Camp Okihi. Bakersfield
- Kern River Camp Ground. Bakersfield
- Leavis Flat
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- 20.2 Miles Downstream Of Isabella Dam To Western Nf Boundary
- 7 Miles From Isabella Dam To 20.2 Miles From Isabella Dam
- Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream
- Sandy Flat Camp To Democrat Picnic Area
- Camp Wishon To Confluence With Middle Fork Tule River
- Nf Boundary To Camp Wishon
Track Guzman Reservoir 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 Guzman Reservoir
Where does the data for Guzman Reservoir 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 Guzman Reservoir.