Tiger Creek Afterbay

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyAmador
Nearest CityPioneer
River/StreamNorth Fork Mokelumne River
Coordinates38.44124, -120.50513

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height120 ft
Dam Height120 ft
Dam Length448 ft
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,610 acre-ft
Max Storage2,607 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,610 acre-ft
Surface Area70 acres
Drainage Area357 sq mi
Max Discharge194,370 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/21/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00401
Federal IDCA00401
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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