GEM LAKE

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RESERVOIR CALIFORNIA

Gem Lake


April 25, 2024

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Gem Lake is a small, high-altitude body of water located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, near Mammoth Lakes. The lake was formed by glacial activity during the last Ice Age, and is fed by several snowmelt streams and small springs. The surrounding area is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, mule deer, and mountain lions. There are several hiking trails leading to and around the lake, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The area is also used for recreational activities such as fishing and camping. In addition, the water from Gem Lake is used for irrigation purposes by nearby agricultural operations.



Geolocation -119.140, 37.752
Elevation 9,054 ft
24hr Change None%
Percent of Normal None%
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Maximum
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Dam_Height 80
Hydraulic_Height 80
Drainage_Area 21.6
Year_Completed 1917
Nid_Storage 17228
Hazard_Potential High
Structural_Height 80
River_Or_Stream Rush Creek
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 282
Dam_Length 688
Primary_Dam_Type Concrete
Nid_Height 80

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Area Boat Ramps

GULL MEADOWS CAR TOP BOAT LAUNCH
Mono Lake Watershed, California
REDINGER BOATING SITE
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
FLORENCE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
LAKE EDISON BOATING SITE
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
RAMP ROAD MONO COUNTY
East Walker Watershed, California
FLORENCE LAKE BOATING SITE
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
NAVY BEACH PADDLE BOAT LAUNCH
Mono Lake Watershed, California
HUNTINGTON BOAT RAMP & LAUNCHING SITE
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
MAMMOTH POOL RD, CALIFORNIA
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California

Rafting & Kayaking

HEADWATERS TO TRAILHEAD
Truckee Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO SOUTH OF UPPER TRUCKEE ROAD (SEC LINE BETWEEN 17/20 INTERCEPTS RIVER AND UNNAMED TRIBUTARY)
Lake Tahoe Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 7, T11N, R18E TO BLAIR BRIDGE
Lake Tahoe Watershed, California
STATE HIGHWAY 50 TO 1/4 MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 50
South Fork American Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 2, T9N, R18E TO CONFLUENCE WITH MOKELUMNE RIVER
Upper Mokelumne Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 15,T10N, R17E TO CONFLUENCE WITH SILVER FORK OF AMERICAN RIVER
South Fork American Watershed, California
HIGHWAY 4 TO SALT SPRINGS RESERVOIR
Upper Mokelumne Watershed, California
SOURCE SEC 24, T6N, R21E TO CENTERVILLE FLAT
Upper Carson Watershed, California
1/4 MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 50 TO AVALANCHE LAKE
South Fork American Watershed, California
CENTERVILLE FLAT TO HANGMAN'S BRIDGE
Upper Carson Watershed, California

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

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Heenan Lake Wildlife Area

Wilderness Emigrant

                                                                                                                       
                                               
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WASHBURN POINT
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WAWONA VISITOR CENTER
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PARSONS MEMORIAL LODGE
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