ANTELOPE LAKE
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Antelope Lake is a reservoir located in Plumas County, California. The lake was created in 1960 by the construction of the Antelope Dam. The hydrology of the lake is largely fed by the Indian Creek and Last Chance Creek watersheds, which provide surface flow and snowpack runoff. The lake serves as a critical water source for agricultural purposes, providing irrigation for the surrounding ranches and farms. Additionally, the lake is a popular recreational destination, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and camping. The lake has a capacity of 358,650 acre-feet and covers an area of 4,466 acres when full. The lake is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and is part of the Plumas National Forest.
July 26, 2024
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Humidity
| Storage 24hr Change | -0.25% |
| Percent of Normal | 106% |
| Minimum |
2,617 acre-ft
2023-11-28 |
| Maximum |
26,867 acre-ft
2017-02-09 |
| Average | 20,410 acre-ft |
| Dam_Height | 113 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 90 |
| Drainage_Area | 71 |
| Year_Completed | 1964 |
| Nid_Storage | 22566 |
| River_Or_Stream | Indian Creek |
| Surface_Area | 931 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Dam_Length | 1320 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Nid_Height | 113 |
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