Grizzly Creek, located in Clipper Mills, California, is a privately owned dam constructed in 1964 for the primary purpose of water supply.
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Humidity
It stands at a height of 50 feet with a hydraulic height of 43 feet, serving as a vital resource for both recreation and water supply in the region. The dam has a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres, with a drainage area of 1 square mile.
Despite its importance, Grizzly Creek Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in April 2020 raised concerns about its structural integrity, prompting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance. The state regulatory agency, DWR Safety of Dams, oversees the permitting, inspection, and enforcement of safety measures to ensure the dam's compliance with regulations. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management and maintenance of dams like Grizzly Creek are crucial to safeguarding communities and ecosystems in California.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
Grizzly Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
50 |
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166cfs |
Deer C Nr Smartville Ca
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12cfs |
Spanish C A Quincy Ca
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30cfs |
Butte C Nr Chico Ca
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130cfs |
Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca
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643cfs |
Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca
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57cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sly Creek Campground
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Sly Creek
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Sly Creek Recreation Area
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Golden Trout
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Golden Trout Crossing
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Madrone Cove Campground
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One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek To Bullards Bar Reservoir Spillway (Elevation 1902 Feet)
One-Eighth Mile Downstream From Confluence With Cherokee Creek To One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek
Slate Reservoir To North Yuba River
Confluence With South Fork Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Yuba River
Headwaters Of North Yuba River (Sec 10, T20N, R13 E) To One-Eighth Mile Downstream Of Confluence With Cherokee Creek
Headwaters To Slate Reservoir