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B. F. Sisk Dike, also known as the San Luis Dike, is a federal-owned structure located in Los Banos, California. Completed in 1967, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and recreation. With a height of 30 feet and a length of 300 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, B. F. Sisk Dike has a high hazard potential and is classified as a high-risk structure. Despite its importance, the condition assessment of the dam is currently not available. The dam has a storage capacity of over 2 million acre-feet and is associated with the San Luis Creek, providing vital water resources for the region.
The B. F. Sisk Dike is a key component of the water infrastructure in Merced County, California, providing essential water storage and management capabilities. With its primary purpose being hydroelectric power generation, the dam is instrumental in meeting the water needs of the area while also serving recreational and irrigation purposes. As a federally-owned structure, the B. F. Sisk Dike plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year_Completed | 1967 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | SAN LUIS CREEK |
Dam_Length | 300 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 12770 |
Hydraulic_Height | 17 |
Nid_Storage | 2063510 |
Structural_Height | 30 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Rock |
Nid_Height | 30 |
GABILAN C NR SALINAS CA | 0cfs |
ORESTIMBA CR AT RIVER RD NR CROWS LANDING CA | 0cfs |
SAN JOAQUIN R AB MERCED R NR NEWMAN CA | 2130cfs |
MIDDLE R AT MIDDLE RIVER CA | 1760cfs |
CARMEL R A ROBLES DEL RIO CA | 186cfs |
SALINAS R NR CHUALAR CA | 220cfs |
SAN JOAQUIN R NR NEWMAN CA | 4450cfs |