Beardsley Lake is a reservoir located in the Stanislaus National Forest near Strawberry, California.
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The lake was created in the 1950s to provide water for hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and recreation. The hydrology of the lake is fed by the Middle Fork Stanislaus River and Beaver Creek. In addition, snowpack from the Sierra Nevada Mountains provides significant surface flow to the lake. The lake is also used for agricultural irrigation and as a recreational destination for boating, fishing, and camping. The surrounding area is known for its scenic beauty, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities. The lake has been a popular destination for anglers since its creation, with rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon being the primary fish species found in the lake.
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | -0.03% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
3,261.99 ft
2010-01-09 |
| Maximum |
3,396.85 ft
2009-06-12 |
| Average | 3,315 ft |
| Dam_Height | 278 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 276 |
| Drainage_Area | 310 |
| Year_Completed | 1957 |
| Nid_Storage | 97800 |
| Structural_Height | 284 |
| River_Or_Stream | Middle Fork Stanislaus River |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 720 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Outlet_Gates | Tainter (radial) - 4 |
| Dam_Length | 1000 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Nid_Height | 284 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Beardsley Dam
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Beardsley Dam Campground
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TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground
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Fraser Flat
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Fraser Flat Campground
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Meadowview
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0.15 Mile Downstream From Road 4N26B To Confluence With Lilly Creek
One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow To Confluence With Bell Creek And Clavey River
One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead To 0.15 Mile Downstream Of Road 4N26B
Lilly Creek (Source At Chewing Gum Lake And Y Meadow Lake) To One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow
Bell Creek Headwaters To One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead
Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3N01