Lyons Reservoir is a man-made lake located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California, providing hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and recreational activities.
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It was constructed in the 1930s to create a reliable water supply and hydropower facility for the local area. The reservoir is fed by surface flow from the Stanislaus River and the North Fork of the Tuolumne River, as well as from snowpack melting during the spring season. The area around the reservoir is primarily used for agricultural purposes, including grazing and timber harvesting. The reservoir is also a popular spot for fishing, boating, and camping during the summer months. The surrounding forests and mountain ranges offer opportunities for hiking, hunting, and other outdoor activities.
| Storage 24hr Change | 0.15% |
| Percent of Normal | 139% |
| Minimum |
4.0 acre-ft
2019-10-25 |
| Maximum |
14,510.0 acre-ft
2008-09-05 |
| Average | 2,842 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 132 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
| Drainage_Area | 66.8 |
| Year_Completed | 1930 |
| Dam_Height | 132 |
| Surface_Area | 184 |
| Outlet_Gates | Tainter (radial) - 4 |
| Nid_Storage | 6228 |
| River_Or_Stream | South Fork Stanislaus River |
| Dam_Length | 535 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sand Bar Flat
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Sand Bar Flat Campground
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Hull Creek
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Hull Creek Campground
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Hacienda
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River Ranch Campground
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Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3N01
Clavey River From 3N01 To Cottonwood Road
Sandbar To Confluence With North Fork Stanislaus River
0.15 Mile Downstream From Road 4N26B To Confluence With Lilly Creek
Below Mckay'S Reservoir To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus River
Confluence With North Fork And Middle Fork Stanislaus To Clark Flat