Mendota Diversion

Madera County, California (near Firebaugh)

River/Stream: San Joaquin River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Buttress
Height
23 ft
Dam Length
485 ft
Reservoir Storage
3,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1917
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2023-09-07

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CA00886
State
California (CA)
Coordinates
36.78840, -120.37180
Age
109 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.