Lake Theodore

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyPlacer
Nearest CityClipper Gap
River/StreamSfk Dry Creek
Coordinates38.97300, -121.01360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length402 ft
Year Completed1896 (130 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage207 acre-ft
Max Storage207 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 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 IDCA00360
Federal IDCA00360
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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