Drum Forebay
California — Placer County — Drum Canal
Location
| State | California |
| County | Placer |
| River | Drum Canal |
| Coordinates | 39.24960, -120.75170 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 65 ft |
| Dam Height | 65 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,107 ft |
| NID Storage | 621 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 621 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 22, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1913 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Pacific Gas and Electric Company |
Location Map
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.