Salt Springs

California, Calaveras County, North Fork Mokelumne River

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyCalaveras
RiverNorth Fork Mokelumne River
Coordinates38.49830, -120.21550

Physical Characteristics

NID Height328 ft
Dam Height328 ft
Dam Length1,945 ft
NID Storage142,000 acre-ft
Max Storage141,857 acre-ft
Surface Area963 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 20, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1931
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypePrivate
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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