Pit No. 5 Open Conduit
California — Shasta County — Pit River
Location
| State | California |
| County | Shasta |
| River | Pit River |
| Coordinates | 40.99870, -121.89547 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 71 ft |
| Dam Height | 71 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,964 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,044 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,044 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 26, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1944 |
| 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.