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Friant Dike 3 is a federally owned structure located in Fresno, California, designed for flood risk reduction purposes.
Completed in 1942 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 272 feet in length. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction and irrigation, Friant Dike 3 has a storage capacity of 555,500 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4,900 acres.
This dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a drainage area of 1,633 square miles. Despite its high hazard potential, the condition assessment of Friant Dike 3 is currently marked as "Not Available." The last inspection was conducted in September 2020, and the emergency action plan was last revised in April 2017. With no spillway system in place, the risk assessment for Friant Dike 3 is deemed to be high, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this vital infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1942 |
Dam Length |
272 |
Dam Height |
23 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4900 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
1633 |
Nid Storage |
555500 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
23 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dumma Strand Loop Camp Ground (73-84)
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Millerton Lake State Rec Area
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PG&E Campground
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Smalley Cove
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Hidden View
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Hidden View Campground
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Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River To Hells Half Acre
Blarney Meadows To South End Of Florence Lake
Hot Springs Area To West End Of Blarney River
Cora Creek To Confluence With San Joaquin River
Rainbow Falls To Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River
Northwest Boundary Of Nf/Kings Canyon Np To Hot Springs Area