A. L. Chaffin

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

CountyButte
River/StreamTr Cottonwood Cr
Coordinates39.59690, -121.58510

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height65 ft
Dam Height65 ft
Dam Length475 ft
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage450 acre-ft
Max Storage450 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerEstate of George R. Chaffin
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/23/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCA00552
Federal IDCA00552
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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