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Honcut Creek Ranch No.
1 is a privately owned dam located in Yuba, California, built in 1964 for water supply purposes. Standing at a height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and serves the surrounding area with irrigation water. Although the dam's hazard potential is classified as low and its condition assessment is satisfactory, it is regularly inspected by the California Department of Water Resources to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on the Tr So Honcut river stream, Honcut Creek Ranch No. 1 plays a crucial role in water management and supply within the region. With a surface area of 16 acres and a drainage area of 0.12 square miles, the dam contributes to the conservation of water resources for both recreational and agricultural purposes. Despite its age, the dam has undergone modifications to meet regulatory standards and continues to operate effectively, meeting the state's permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Managed by private owners, Honcut Creek Ranch No. 1 is an essential infrastructure that supports the local community's water needs. With its satisfactory condition assessment, low hazard potential, and regular inspections, the dam stands as a reliable asset in water resource management, contributing to the sustainable use of water in California. This earth dam serves as a testament to the importance of maintaining and regulating crucial water supply structures to ensure the resilience of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca
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2280cfs |
Deer C Nr Smartville Ca
|
52cfs |
Bear R Nr Wheatland Ca
|
35cfs |
Sacramento R A Colusa Ca
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8510cfs |
Sacramento R Bl Wilkins Slough Nr Grimes Ca
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6990cfs |
Butte C Nr Chico Ca
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437cfs |
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
Tr So Honcut |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Confluence With Jefferson Creek To Confluence With Kentucky Creek
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
Highway 70 Crossing To Lake Oroville
Nelsons Crossing To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
Headwaters Of North Yuba River (Sec 10, T20N, R13 E) To One-Eighth Mile Downstream Of Confluence With Cherokee Creek