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COPCO NO 2

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Copco No 2 is a privately owned hydroelectric dam located in Siskiyou, California, along the Klamath River. Completed in 1925, this gravity dam stands at a height of 63 feet and has a structural height of 63 feet as well. With a maximum storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, Copco No 2 plays a vital role in water resource management in the region.

The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 130 feet and is equipped with Tainter and Vertical Lift outlet gates. Inspected by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Copco No 2 has a low hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of Very High (1). The dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, with the Department of Water Resources overseeing its safety.

As a key component in the region's hydroelectric infrastructure, Copco No 2 serves as a critical source of energy production and water supply. With its historical significance and important role in water management, this dam is a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable energy practices and environmental conservation efforts.

Year_Completed 1925
Dam_Height 38
River_Or_Stream Klamath River
Dam_Length 278
Primary_Dam_Type Gravity
Surface_Area 5
Hydraulic_Height 27
Drainage_Area 4300
Nid_Storage 73
Structural_Height 63
Outlet_Gates Tainter (radial) - 5, Vertical Lift - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock
Nid_Height 63
       

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