Hell Hole

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyPlacer
Nearest CityAuburn
River/StreamRubicon River
Coordinates39.05800, -120.40910

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height410 ft
Dam Height410 ft
Dam Length1,570 ft
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage207,000 acre-ft
Max Storage207,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage207,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,253 acres
Drainage Area113 sq mi
Max Discharge58,800 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerPlacer County Water Agency
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/22/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00857
Federal IDCA00857
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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