French Lake
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Nevada |
| Nearest City | Graniteville |
| River/Stream | Canyon Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.42100, -120.54230 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| NID Height | 95 ft |
| Dam Height | 95 ft |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Year Completed | 1859 (167 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 13,940 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,940 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13,750 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 337 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,300 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | Nevada Irrigation District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/22/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |