Exchequer Dike

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMariposa
Nearest CitySnelling
River/StreamMerced River
Coordinates37.59420, -120.27630

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height97 ft
Dam Height62 ft
Dam Length2,200 ft
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,100,000 acre-ft
Max Storage1,100,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,024,600 acre-ft
Surface Area7,110 acres
Drainage Area1,037 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerMerced Irrigation District
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/08/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00240
Federal IDCA00240S001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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