Lake Alta

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyPlacer
Nearest CityUnpopulated
River/StreamTr Nfk American R
Coordinates39.20250, -120.81670

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length955 ft
Year Completed1862 (164 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage270 acre-ft
Max Storage270 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerPlacer County Water Agency
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00355
Federal IDCA00355
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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