Eureka

California — Plumas County — Eureka Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyPlumas
RiverEureka Creek
Coordinates39.76360, -120.71300

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length410 ft
NID Storage220 acre-ft
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 14, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1866
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerCalifornia Department of Parks and Recreation

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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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