Big Creek Dam No. 5

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyFresno
Nearest CityBig Creek
River/StreamBig Creek
Coordinates37.20030, -119.30780

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height60 ft
Dam Height60 ft
Dam Length224 ft
Year Completed1921 (105 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage74 acre-ft
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area125 sq mi
Max Discharge15,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerSouthern California Edison Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/02/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00431
Federal IDCA00431
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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