Exchequer Main
California — Mariposa County — Merced River
Location
| State | California |
| County | Mariposa |
| River | Merced River |
| Coordinates | 37.58500, -120.27020 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 490 ft |
| Dam Height | 490 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,220 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,100,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,100,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,110 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 8, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1966 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Merced Irrigation District |
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.