Murphys Forebay West

California — Calaveras County — Angels Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyCalaveras
RiverAngels Creek
Coordinates38.14940, -120.42940

Physical Characteristics

NID Height67 ft
Dam Height67 ft
Dam Length316 ft
NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 31, 2023
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1953
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerUtica Water & Power Authority

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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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