Forbestown Diversion
Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | California |
| County | Butte |
| Nearest City | Forbestown Powerhouse |
| River/Stream | South Fork Feather River |
| Coordinates | 39.55170, -121.21000 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 81 ft |
| Dam Height | 81 ft |
| Dam Length | 268 ft |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 87 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45,400 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | South Feather Water and Power Agency |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 06/03/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |