Wise Forebay
California — Placer County — Auburn Ravine
Location
| State | California |
| County | Placer |
| River | Auburn Ravine |
| Coordinates | 38.91180, -121.08500 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,741 ft |
| NID Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 8, 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.