Shugru

Tr Susan River· Lassen, California· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Irrigation Water Supply State Government

Key Takeaway

Shugru is classified as low hazard in California. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 15.3% in CA)
Dam Length1,110 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDCA00520

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

California Department of Fish and Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shugru?

Shugru is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Shugru?

Shugru is owned by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shugru?

Shugru serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Shugru?

Shugru has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Shugru last inspected?

Shugru was last inspected on May 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.