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California — Placer County — North Forbes Cr
Location
| State | California |
| County | Placer |
| River | North Forbes Cr |
| Coordinates | 39.14280, -120.75600 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,405 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,405 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 16, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 0.5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1870 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | De Anza Placer Gold Mining 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.