DONNELLS

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology


RESERVOIR CALIFORNIA

Donnells


April 19, 2024

1,302 acre-ft

+78.85% today
6% of Normal Very Low

Water storage levels at Donnells are currently 1,302 acre-ft, about 6% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 25,109.1acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2003 was 2006-07-13 when levels reached 64,801 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2023-10-02 when levels receded to 4 acre-ft. View historical levels.

Donnell Lake in California is a hydroelectric reservoir that was created in the 1950s. The lake is fed by the Middle Fork Stanislaus River, and its primary purpose is to provide water storage for hydropower generation. The surrounding area is also home to several creeks and streams that contribute to the area's hydrology. In terms of surface flow, Donnell Lake is a significant provider of water for the surrounding areas, particularly during the dry summer months. The area also receives a significant amount of snowpack during the winter, which also contributes to the region's hydrology. While the primary use of Donnell Lake is for hydropower generation, it also supports various agricultural and recreational activities. Farmers in the area use the water for irrigation, and the lake is a popular spot for boating and fishing.



Geolocation -119.960, 38.329
Elevation 4,835 ft
Storage 24hr Change 78.85%
Percent of Normal 6%
Minimum 4 acre-ft
2023-10-02
Maximum 64,801 acre-ft
2006-07-13
Average 25,109 acre-ft
Nid_Height 317
Hydraulic_Height 310
Drainage_Area 226
Year_Completed 1958
Dam_Height 317
Structural_Height 317
Primary_Dam_Type Concrete
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 418
Hazard_Potential High
Outlet_Gates Tainter (radial) - 5
Nid_Storage 65000
River_Or_Stream Middle Fork Stanislaus River
Dam_Length 750

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Area Boat Ramps

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Rafting & Kayaking

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Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
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Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
EAST BRANCH NELSON CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
CHICAGO RAVINE TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, Nevada
HEADWATERS TO CHICAGO RAVINE
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
WEST BRANCH NELSON CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
STATE PARK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California

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