Big Canyon Creek

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

CountyEl Dorado
River/StreamBig Canyon Cr
Coordinates38.61090, -120.90360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height63 ft
Dam Height63 ft
Dam Length432 ft
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage395 acre-ft
Max Storage395 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerN. Bruce and Barbara E. Ashwill
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/16/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCA00611
Federal IDCA00611
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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