Balch Afterbay
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Fresno |
| Nearest City | Balch Camp |
| River/Stream | North Fork Kings River |
| Coordinates | 36.90906, -119.09247 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 165 ft |
| Dam Height | 165 ft |
| Dam Length | 237.5 ft |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 43,000 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 |