Wise Forebay

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyPlacer
Nearest CityAuburn
River/StreamAuburn Ravine
Coordinates38.91180, -121.08500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length1,741 ft
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage32 acre-ft
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Max Discharge100 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/08/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA01593
Federal IDCA01593
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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