Merced Falls
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Merced |
| Nearest City | Snelling |
| River/Stream | Merced River |
| Coordinates | 37.52220, -120.32950 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,679 ft |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 678 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 678 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 603 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,020 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 44,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Merced Irrigation District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 08/09/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |