Courtright Reservoir is located in Fresno County, California, and is owned and operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E).
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It was built in 1958 on the Middle Fork of the Kings River, a tributary of the San Joaquin River. The reservoir has a capacity of 130,000 acre-feet and serves as a water supply for the surrounding communities and agriculture. The hydrology of the area is influenced by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, with snowmelt providing a significant portion of the surface flow. The reservoir also receives water from several smaller creeks and tributaries. The snowpack providers include the Sierra Nevada snowpack, which is a crucial water source for California. The area surrounding the reservoir is primarily used for recreation, including camping, hiking, and fishing, and also supports several agricultural operations.
| Storage 24hr Change | -0.1% |
| Percent of Normal | 84% |
| Minimum |
120.0 acre-ft
2014-08-12 |
| Maximum |
122,208.0 acre-ft
2017-06-28 |
| Average | 46,845 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 315 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 311 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
| Drainage_Area | 39.7 |
| Year_Completed | 1958 |
| Dam_Height | 315 |
| Structural_Height | 315 |
| River_Or_Stream | North Fork Kings River |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 1632 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Storage | 134342 |
| Dam_Length | 862 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Marmot Rock
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Trapper Springs
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Voyager Rock Camping Area
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Lily Pad
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Moore Boys Camp
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Lacy Camp
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