Englebright Dam, Concrete arch dam in Yuba and Nevada Counties, California, US
Englebright Dam is a concrete arch dam spanning the Yuba River gorge in northern California. The reservoir extends for several miles through a rocky canyon and creates a deep lake surrounded by steep cliff walls.
The structure was built in 1941 by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to address sediment from hydraulic mining operations in the Yuba River watershed. This construction was a response to environmental problems caused by intensive mining activity in the region.
The dam bears the name of Harry Lane Englebright, a mining engineer and United States House Representative who served as House minority whip from 1933 to 1943.
Access to the lake is by boat, since all camping spots can only be reached from the water. The shores are rocky and winding, offering a natural experience away from roads.
The reservoir is known for its remote campsites that are only accessible by boat, each with tables and fire grills for cooking. This isolated setting attracts visitors seeking solitude and a break from developed areas.
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