Lake Arthur

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyPlacer
Nearest CityClipper Gap
River/StreamSfk Dry Creek
Coordinates38.96350, -121.02570

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height44 ft
Dam Height44 ft
Dam Length290 ft
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage87 acre-ft
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDCA00356
Federal IDCA00356
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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