Folsom Dam
California — Sacramento County
Location
| State | California |
| County | Sacramento |
| Coordinates | 38.70750, -121.15670 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 340 ft |
| Dam Height | 275 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 976,955 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 976,955 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11,180 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1956 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
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.