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Pine Grove is a historic earth dam located in French Corral, California, along the picturesque Shady Creek. Built in 1911, this public utility serves as a vital water supply source with a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 42 feet and spans 610 feet in length, providing essential water resources to the community while also supporting other purposes such as tailings management.
Managed by the California Department of Water Resources and regulated by the Safety of Dams program, Pine Grove has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2017. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its primary purpose of water supply, ensuring a secure and reliable source of water for both agricultural and domestic use. With its rich history and scenic location, Pine Grove stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate challenges.
Year_Completed | 1911 |
Dam_Height | 42 |
River_Or_Stream | Shady Creek |
Dam_Length | 610 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 10.5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 35.5 |
Drainage_Area | 0.5 |
Nid_Storage | 155 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 42 |
NF AMERICAN R A NORTH FORK DAM CA | 1320cfs |
PILOT C AB STUMPY MEADOWS RES CA | 3cfs |
BUTTE C NR CHICO CA | 857cfs |
SPANISH C A QUINCY CA | 252cfs |
SPANISH C AB BLACKHAWK C AT KEDDIE CA | 489cfs |
PILOT C BL MUTTON CANYON NR GEORGETOWN CA | 2cfs |
N YUBA R BL GOODYEARS BAR CA | 1100cfs |