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Donnell Lake, located near Dardanelle, California, was formed by the construction of a dam on the Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River.
The lake, surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, has a maximum depth of 328 feet and provides habitat for a variety of fish species. The hydrology of the area is influenced by snowmelt from the surrounding mountains, which provides surface flow to the lake and other waterways in the region. The snowpack also serves as a vital water source for agricultural and recreational activities in the area. The lake and surrounding areas are popular for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. Agriculture in the area includes ranching and timber production.
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0.02% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
4,741.85 ft
2010-02-11 |
| Maximum |
4,915.77 ft
2025-05-29 |
| Average | 4,868 ft |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mill Creek Campground
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Niagara Creek Campground
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Niagra Creek
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Cascade Creek Campground
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Cascade Creek
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Fence Creek Campground
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Confluence With Clark Fork To Donnell Reservoir
State Highway 108 To Donnell Reservoir
Bell Creek Headwaters To One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead
One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead To 0.15 Mile Downstream Of Road 4N26B
Relief Reservoir Outlet To Confluence With Clark Fork
0.15 Mile Downstream From Road 4N26B To Confluence With Lilly Creek