Shasta Dam
California, Shasta County, SACRAMENTO RIVER
Location
| State | California |
| County | Shasta |
| River | SACRAMENTO RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.71860, -122.41920 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 602 ft |
| Dam Height | 602 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,460 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,661,860 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,661,860 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30,210 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 11, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1945 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
| Other Name | Shasta Lake |
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.