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Kidd Lake Main, located in Placer, California, is a privately owned hydroelectric dam on the South Yuba River. Constructed in 1850, this rockfill dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 1505 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 1520 acre-feet and a surface area of 86 acres, Kidd Lake Main serves as a vital water resource in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Kidd Lake Main has a significant hazard potential and is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1000 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, with a moderate risk management rating given.
Despite its age, Kidd Lake Main continues to play a crucial role in providing hydroelectric power while also serving as a water storage facility for the surrounding area. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, this dam remains a key component of the water resource infrastructure in Placer, California.
Year_Completed | 1850 |
Dam_Height | 35 |
River_Or_Stream | South Yuba River - Tr |
Dam_Length | 449 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
Surface_Area | 86 |
Hydraulic_Height | 39 |
Drainage_Area | 0.5 |
Nid_Storage | 1520 |
Structural_Height | 42.5 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 43 |
TRUCKEE R NR SPARKS | 472cfs |
N TRUCKEE DRAIN AT SPANISH SPRINGS RD NR SPARKS NV | 1cfs |
DOG CREEK AT VERDI | 15cfs |
N YUBA R BL GOODYEARS BAR CA | 1100cfs |
TRUCKEE R AT RENO | 481cfs |
SPANISH C AB BLACKHAWK C AT KEDDIE CA | 489cfs |
TRUCKEE RIVER NR MOGUL | 488cfs |