Stanislaus Forebay East
Key Takeaway
Stanislaus Forebay East is classified as low hazard in California. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 63.8% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00391 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stanislaus Forebay East?
Stanislaus Forebay East 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 Stanislaus Forebay East?
Stanislaus Forebay East is owned by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanislaus Forebay East built?
Stanislaus Forebay East was completed in 1908, making it 118 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Stanislaus Forebay East?
Stanislaus Forebay East serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stanislaus Forebay East?
Stanislaus Forebay East has a dam height of 55 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 Stanislaus Forebay East last inspected?
Stanislaus Forebay East was last inspected on August 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.