North Battle Creek Reservoir Report
Nearby: Macumber Manzanita Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
North Battle Creek, a private hydroelectric dam located in Macumber Flat, California, stands as a testament to engineering excellence since its completion in 1909.
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Summary
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, this rockfill dam on the North Fork Battle Creek boasts a height of 47 feet and a length of 439 feet, holding a storage capacity of 1090 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge of 2400 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 80 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and generating hydroelectric power in the region.
Despite its age, North Battle Creek dam remains in a high hazard potential category, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3 out of 5. While its condition assessment is not available, the dam is regularly inspected by both state and federal agencies to ensure its structural integrity and safety. In the event of an emergency, an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is in place, last revised in December 2019, although details on its compliance with guidelines and risk management measures are not specified. With its uncontrolled spillway and state-regulated status, North Battle Creek dam serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area while posing challenges for risk mitigation and emergency preparedness.
Year Completed |
1909 |
Dam Length |
439 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
North Fork Battle Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
80 |
Drainage Area |
6.6 |
Nid Storage |
1090 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
47 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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