Upper Bear
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Amador |
| Nearest City | Pioneer |
| River/Stream | Bear River |
| Coordinates | 38.55770, -120.21630 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| NID Height | 77 ft |
| Dam Height | 77 ft |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 7,306 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,306 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6,760 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 173 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19,280 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Pacific Gas and Electric Company |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/19/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |