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STINSON WEIR

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March 23, 2025


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Stinson Weir, located in Burrel, California, is a privately owned structure built in 1910 for flood risk reduction along the Tr Kings River. This buttress-type dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a hydraulic height of 10 feet, serving a primary purpose of flood risk reduction and irrigation. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 21 acres and spans a length of 256 feet. Despite its age, Stinson Weir has a low hazard potential and received a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2017.

Managed by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and subject to state regulations, Stinson Weir undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2020. The dam is part of the Sacramento District and falls under the jurisdiction of Representative TJ Cox (D). Although no major modifications have been reported, the structure is equipped with outlet gates for controlled water release. Overall, Stinson Weir remains a vital component in the region's water resource management efforts, contributing to the protection of surrounding communities from potential flooding events.

Year_Completed 1910
Dam_Height 14
River_Or_Stream Tr Kings River
Dam_Length 256
Primary_Dam_Type Buttress
Surface_Area 21
Hydraulic_Height 10
Nid_Storage 50
Hazard_Potential Low
Nid_Height 14
       

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