Whiskeytown Dike 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Whiskeytown Dike 1, located in Shasta County, California, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the Bureau of Reclamation for hydroelectric purposes.


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Summary

This Earth dam, completed in 1963, stands at a height of 100 feet and spans 750 feet in length along Clear Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 276,117 acre-feet and a normal storage of 241,096 acre-feet, Whiskeytown Dike 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.

Despite its high hazard potential, Whiskeytown Dike 1 has not had its condition assessed as of the latest data update in May 2021. The dam's Emergency Action Plan was last revised in December 2016, indicating the importance of preparedness and risk management for this critical infrastructure. With inspection frequency set at one year, the dam's risk assessment categorizes it as high, underscoring the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and water resource reliability in the area.

As part of the San Francisco District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Whiskeytown Dike 1 stands as a key component of the region's water infrastructure. With its arch core and rock foundation, this dam serves as a vital resource for hydroelectric power generation and water storage, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in California.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

750

Dam Height

100

River Or Stream

CLEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

69

Nid Storage

276117

Structural Height

100

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

100
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.