Balch Diversion
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Fresno |
| Nearest City | Balch Camp |
| River/Stream | North Fork Kings River |
| Coordinates | 36.91957, -119.02278 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 135 ft |
| Dam Height | 135 ft |
| Dam Length | 396 ft |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,295 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 47,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Pacific Gas and Electric Company |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/16/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |