Murphys Forebay West

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyCalaveras
Nearest CityMurphys
River/StreamAngels Creek
Coordinates38.14940, -120.42940

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height67 ft
Dam Height67 ft
Dam Length316 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge840 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerUtica Water & Power Authority
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/31/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00420
Federal IDCA00420S001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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