Faucherie Spillway Auxiliary
California — Nevada County — Canyon Creek
Location
| State | California |
| County | Nevada |
| River | Canyon Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.42900, -120.56710 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 3 ft |
| Dam Height | 3 ft |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 152 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 22, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1966 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Nevada Irrigation District |
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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.