Sierra Vista

California — Merced County — Chowchilla Rv

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyMerced
RiverChowchilla Rv
Coordinates37.15230, -120.27650

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length350 ft
NID Storage90 acre-ft
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionMarch 21, 2025
Inspection Frequency0.5

Dam Information

Year Completed1872
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerEdward De Jager

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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