Miners Ravine Detention
California — Placer County — Dry Creek
Location
| State | California |
| County | Placer |
| River | Dry Creek |
| Coordinates | 38.75810, -121.22820 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | October 28, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 0.5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2007 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Placer County Flood Control and Water Conservation District |
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.