Lake Fordyce

California — Nevada County

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyNevada
Coordinates39.38020, -120.49660

Physical Characteristics

NID Height145 ft
Dam Height145 ft
Dam Length1,220 ft
NID Storage49,903 acre-ft
Max Storage49,903 acre-ft
Surface Area772 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1873
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company

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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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