Saddlebag Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMono
Nearest CityLee Vining
River/StreamLee Vining Creek
Coordinates37.96540, -119.27330

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1921 (105 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage18,100 acre-ft
Max Storage18,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage9,789 acre-ft
Surface Area297 acres
Max Discharge900 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerSouthern California Edison Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/21/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00455
Federal IDCA00455
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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