RELIEF

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology


RESERVOIR CALIFORNIA

Relief


April 20, 2024

3,679 acre-ft

+9.49% today
50% of Normal Very Low

Water storage levels at Relief are currently 3,679 acre-ft, about 50% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 7,391.95acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2003 was 2012-06-09 when levels reached 17,727 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2014-01-26 when levels receded to 224 acre-ft. View historical levels.

California relief is characterized by a variety of hydrological systems, including surface flow and snowpack. The state has experienced severe droughts in the past, leading to water scarcity and agricultural losses. However, thanks to the sophisticated water management systems in place, relief has been provided through reservoirs, canals, aqueducts, and groundwater recharge. The main water providers in California are the California State Water Project and the Central Valley Project, which supply water to urban, agricultural, and recreational areas. Additionally, snowpack in the Sierra Nevada Mountains serves as a vital source of water for the state, with winter storms providing the majority of the snowpack. Agriculture is a major user of water in California, with crops such as almonds, grapes, and lettuce requiring large quantities of water. Recreational uses include swimming, boating, and fishing.



Geolocation -119.733, 38.267
Elevation 7,220 ft
Storage 24hr Change 9.49%
Percent of Normal 50%
Minimum 224 acre-ft
2014-01-26
Maximum 17,727 acre-ft
2012-06-09
Average 7,392 acre-ft
Dam_Height 140
Year_Completed 1909
Nid_Storage 15600
River_Or_Stream Summit Creek
Surface_Area 223
Hazard_Potential High
Dam_Length 560
Primary_Dam_Type Rockfill
Nid_Height 140

Weather Outlook



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Seasonal Comparison


Area Boat Ramps

SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL ALPINE COUNTY
Upper Carson Watershed, California
TOPAZ PARK ROAD DOUGLAS COUNTY
West Walker Watershed, Nevada
FOREST ROUTE 1N10 TUOLUMNE COUNTY
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California
RAMP ROAD MONO COUNTY
East Walker Watershed, California
AMADOR COUNTY
South Fork American Watershed, California
INDIAN CREEK CAMP GROUND DAY USE AREA
Upper Carson Watershed, California
MERALS POOL PUT-IN
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California
FOREST ROUTE 1N04, GROVELAND
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California

Rafting & Kayaking

GOLD LAKE HIGHWAY TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
STATE PARK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, Nevada
LITTLE JAMISON CREEK HEADWATERS TO STATE PARK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
EAST BRANCH NELSON CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO STATE PARK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS OF NORTH FORK CANYON CREEK (SEC 6, T21N, R11E) TO CONFLUENCE WITH EAST FORK CANYON CREEK
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
HEADWATERS OF EAST FORK CANYON CREEK (SEC 13, T21N, R10E) TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH FORK CANYON CREEK
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
GOLD LAKE DAM TO FALLS
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
WEST BRANCH NELSON CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Tahoe State Recreation Area

Sonoma Park

Fritsch School Park

Mills Park

Lone Mountain Park

Blackwells Pond Park

Governors Field

Sunland Vista

Burton Creek State Park

Carson River Park

                                                                                                                       
                                               
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WILSON CANYON
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PARSONS MEMORIAL LODGE
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WASHBURN POINT
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POTHOLE DOME
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HANGMANS BRIDGE
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