Forbestown Diversion

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyButte
Nearest CityForbestown Powerhouse
River/StreamSouth Fork Feather River
Coordinates39.55170, -121.21000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height81 ft
Dam Height81 ft
Dam Length268 ft
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage352 acre-ft
Max Storage352 acre-ft
Normal Storage344 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area87 sq mi
Max Discharge45,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerSouth Feather Water and Power Agency
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/03/2022
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDCA00273
Federal IDCA00273
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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