R. W. Matthews

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyTrinity
Nearest CityMad River
River/StreamMad River
Coordinates40.36850, -123.43320

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height150 ft
Dam Height150 ft
Dam Length630 ft
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60,200 acre-ft
Max Storage60,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage48,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,180 acres
Drainage Area120 sq mi
Max Discharge49,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerHumboldt Bay Municipal Water District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/16/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00833
Federal IDCA00833
More InfoState Dam Safety Program