Round Valley

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyButte
Nearest CityStirling City
River/StreamWest Branch Feather River
Coordinates40.07300, -121.45500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length850 ft
Year Completed1877 (149 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,200 acre-ft
Max Storage1,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,196 acre-ft
Surface Area96 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,800 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection08/07/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00346
Federal IDCA00346
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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