New Melones Dam
California — Calaveras County
Location
| State | California |
| County | Calaveras |
| Coordinates | 37.94910, -120.52400 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 625 ft |
| Dam Height | 578 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,560 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,870,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,870,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13,450 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1979 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
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.