Cape Horn

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMendocino
Nearest CityNone
River/StreamEel River
Coordinates39.38605, -123.11626

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height63 ft
Dam Height60 ft
Dam Length520 ft
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage390 acre-ft
Max Storage390 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area349 sq mi
Max Discharge115,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/28/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00399
Federal IDCA00399
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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