Burger Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Burger is a privately owned dam located in Fort Bidwell, California, with the primary purpose of water supply for irrigation and other uses.


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Summary

Completed in 1968, the earth dam stands at a height of 47 feet and has a storage capacity of 161 acre-feet. Situated on the Tr Upper Lake stream, Burger serves as a crucial water resource in Modoc County with a drainage area of 0.28 square miles.

Managed by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and regulated by the Safety of Dams agency, Burger has undergone regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition, making it a reliable infrastructure for water management in the region. Despite its low risk profile, Burger plays a vital role in providing water security to the surrounding communities.

With its strategic location and efficient design, Burger represents a key element in the water supply infrastructure of Modoc County. As a critical asset for irrigation and water management, the dam showcases the importance of sustainable water resource utilization in the face of changing climate conditions. Its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential underscore the careful planning and maintenance efforts that have been put into ensuring the safety and reliability of this essential water structure.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

550

Dam Height

47

River Or Stream

Tr Upper Lake

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

43

Drainage Area

0.28

Nid Storage

161

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

47
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.