Iron Canyon

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyShasta
Nearest CityRedding
River/StreamIron Canyon Creek
Coordinates41.04162, -121.98522

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height214 ft
Dam Height214 ft
Dam Length1,130 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage24,241 acre-ft
Normal Storage24,241 acre-ft
Surface Area506 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Max Discharge10,500 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/27/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00417
Federal IDCA00417
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams