Morning Star

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

CountyPlacer
River/StreamNorth Forbes Cr
Coordinates39.14280, -120.75600

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height44 ft
Dam Height44 ft
Dam Length780 ft
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,405 acre-ft
Max Storage1,405 acre-ft
Surface Area56 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerDe Anza Placer Gold Mining Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/16/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCA00546
Federal IDCA00546
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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