Lower Bear
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Amador |
| Nearest City | Pioneer |
| River/Stream | Bear River |
| Coordinates | 38.53781, -120.25538 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| NID Height | 245 ft |
| Dam Height | 245 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,844 ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 52,025 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 52,025 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 746 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22,210 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Pacific Gas and Electric Company |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/20/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |