Rush Meadows

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMono
Nearest CityJune Lake
River/StreamRush Creek
Coordinates37.75079, -119.18165

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length463 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage5,280 acre-ft
Max Storage5,280 acre-ft
Normal Storage5,277 acre-ft
Surface Area185 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge900 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerSouthern California Edison Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection08/20/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00450
Federal IDCA00450
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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