Hidden Dam
California — Madera County — FRESNO RIVER
Location
| State | California |
| County | Madera |
| River | FRESNO RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.11066, -119.88458 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 184 ft |
| Dam Height | 140 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,730 ft |
| NID Storage | 116,727 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 116,727 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,570 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 6, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1975 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Sacramento District |
| Other Name | Hensley Lake |
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.