New Spicer Meadow

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyTuolumne
Nearest CityDorrington
River/StreamHighland Creek
Coordinates38.39300, -119.99710

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeOther
NID Height265 ft
Dam Height265 ft
Dam Length2,400 ft
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage193,000 acre-ft
Max Storage193,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage189,000 acre-ft
Surface Area2,000 acres
Drainage Area45 sq mi
Max Discharge21,650 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCalaveras County Water District
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/09/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA01224
Federal IDCA01224
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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