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Lake Fordyce, located in California, is a captivating hydroelectric reservoir nestled in the scenic surroundings of Nevada County. Built in 1873, this rockfill dam stands at a height of 145 feet and boasts a storage capacity of over 49,000 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is hydroelectric power generation, with a maximum discharge capacity of 17,500 cubic feet per second.
Managed by a private entity, Lake Fordyce is regulated by the state of California and inspected regularly for safety and compliance. The dam's spillway, with a width of 148 feet, is designed to handle controlled releases in case of excess water levels. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment remains at a very high level, necessitating stringent risk management measures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Despite its age, Lake Fordyce continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and hydroelectric power production in the region. With its picturesque location and impressive engineering, this historic reservoir stands as a testament to the intersection of water resources and climate resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Storage 24hr Change | -8.06% |
Percent of Normal | 76% |
Minimum |
2,687 acre-ft
2021-10-23 |
Maximum |
47,601 acre-ft
2020-06-14 |
Average | 8,574 acre-ft |
Dam_Height | 145 |
Hydraulic_Height | 133 |
Drainage_Area | 31.7 |
Year_Completed | 1873 |
Nid_Storage | 49903 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Structural_Height | 136 |
River_Or_Stream | Fordyce Creek |
Surface_Area | 772 |
Outlet_Gates | Tainter (radial) - 2 |
Dam_Length | 1220 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
Nid_Height | 145 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
TRUCKEE R NR TRUCKEE CA
2025-02-12T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
142cfs | 1.91ft | 5873ft |
DONNER C AT HWY 89 NR TRUCKEE CA
2025-02-12T00:15:00.000-08:00 |
130cfs | 3.73ft | 5878ft |
INCLINE CK ABV TYROL VILLAGE NR INCLINE VILLAGE NV
2011-03-31T23:45:00.000-07:00 |
7cfs | 3.07ft | 6921ft |
SAGEHEN C NR TRUCKEE CA
2025-02-09T01:45:00.000-08:00 |
14cfs | 2.03ft | 6349ft |
LITTLE TRUCKEE R AB BOCA RES NR TRUCKEE CA
2025-02-12T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
96cfs | 1.06ft | 5632ft |
INDEPENDENCE C NR TRUCKEE CA
2025-02-12T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
26cfs | 2.88ft | 6961ft |
LITTLE TRUCKEE R BL DIV DAM NR SIERRAVILLE CA
2016-09-07T03:00:00.000-07:00 |
3cfs | 0.99ft | 6465ft |