Stumpy Meadows Reservoir, also known as Mark Edson Dam, is located in El Dorado County, California.
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The dam was constructed in 1968 to provide water storage for the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). It has a capacity of 45,000 acre-feet and is fed by the South Fork of the American River. The reservoir provides water for hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and recreation activities. The hydrology of the reservoir is influenced by both surface flow and snowpack providers, with the majority of the water coming from snowmelt. The surrounding area consists of forests and meadows, offering recreational activities such as fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The reservoir is also used for agricultural purposes, including the irrigation of nearby orchards and vineyards.
| Storage 24hr Change | -0.18% |
| Percent of Normal | 106% |
| Minimum |
10,855.0 acre-ft
2021-10-19 |
| Maximum |
21,327.0 acre-ft
2023-01-02 |
| Average | 19,252 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 162 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 152 |
| Drainage_Area | 15.6 |
| Year_Completed | 1962 |
| Dam_Height | 162 |
| River_Or_Stream | Pilot Creek |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Surface_Area | 330 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Storage | 20000 |
| Dam_Length | 1230 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Ponderosa Cove
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Ponderosa Cove Group Campground
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Stumpy Meadows Campground
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Stumpy Meadows
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Black Oak Group Campground
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Black Oak Campground
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