Strawberry is a privately-owned dam located in the city of Strawberry, California, along the South Fork Stanislaus River. This rockfill dam, completed in 1916, stands at a height of 143 feet and has a length of 720 feet. It serves a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation and has a storage capacity of 19,000 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 18,300 acre-feet.

Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the Strawberry dam has a high hazard potential and is regulated by the California Department of Water Resources for safety. The dam's spillway, with a width of 108 feet, is uncontrolled, and its maximum discharge capacity is 13,000 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3.

With its historical significance and vital role in providing hydroelectric power, Strawberry dam stands as a testament to California's water resource management efforts. Its presence along the South Fork Stanislaus River not only contributes to the region's water supply but also highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for both safety and environmental sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.