Rucker Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyNevada
Nearest CityNone
River/StreamRucker Creek
Coordinates39.35620, -120.65830

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length620 ft
Year Completed1856 (170 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage660 acre-ft
Max Storage648 acre-ft
Normal Storage660 acre-ft
Surface Area69 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/07/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00369
Federal IDCA00369
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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