Lake Aloha Auxiliary No.
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4, also known as Medley Lakes Auxiliary No. 4, is a private water resource located in El Dorado County, California, near South Lake Tahoe. This hydroelectric facility, completed in 1917, serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation and irrigation. The dam, a rockfill structure standing at 9 feet tall with a structural height of 8.5 feet, contributes to the storage of water in the South Fork American River watershed.
With a storage capacity of 5063 acre-feet and a surface area of 630 acres, Lake Aloha Auxiliary No. 4 plays a crucial role in water management and conservation in the region. Although classified as having a low hazard potential, its risk assessment is considered high, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and adherence to safety protocols. Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, this dam is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1917 |
Dam Length |
112 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
South Fork American River |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
630 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
3.4 |
Nid Storage |
5063 |
Structural Height |
8.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lovers Leap Campground
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Fontanillis Lake
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Echo Chalet
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Wrights Lake Campground
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Wrights Lake
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Bayview
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1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50 To Avalanche Lake
State Highway 50 To 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50
Headwaters In Sec 7, T11N, R18E To Blair Bridge
Headwaters To South Of Upper Truckee Road (Sec Line Between 17/20 Intercepts River And Unnamed Tributary)
Headwaters In Sec 15,T10N, R17E To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River