Stony Gorge Dam

Stony Gorge Dam is a concrete gravity structure with buttress elements that spans across Stony Creek to create a large reservoir in the region. The impoundment extends for miles with a lengthy shoreline where the landscape transitions from water to surrounding terrain.

The Bureau of Reclamation built this structure between 1926 and 1928 to store water for agriculture and regional development. It became part of a broader water management system designed to transform farming in the area.

The reservoir plays a central role in sustaining farming in the region, providing water that local agricultural communities depend on for their crops. This water source has shaped how people use and value the land around them.

The shoreline has camping areas where visitors can set up tents or park recreational vehicles for overnight stays. A boat ramp provides water access, though the conditions vary depending on seasonal water levels.

The reservoir waters contain a hardy strain of bass that grows quickly and reaches notable sizes. Anglers visit specifically to fish for these specimens, which grow larger than average in these conditions.

Location: Glenn County

GPS coordinates: 39.58630,-122.53200

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22