Canyon Dam

Canyon Dam is an earthen embankment dam that crosses the North Fork Feather River to create Lake Almanor. The structure holds back water that flows through a series of hydroelectric facilities downstream.

The Great Western Power Company built Canyon Dam in 1910 as part of a hydroelectric development project. The design was changed from a stone structure to an earthen embankment before construction began.

The dam represents California's commitment to water management infrastructure, contributing to both agricultural irrigation and power generation in the region.

The dam is located in a forested area and accessible by regional roads in northern California. Visitors should be prepared for changing weather and variable conditions in the mountain terrain.

The reservoir feeds water into a cascade of power plants along the river corridor. This series of facilities demonstrates how one dam functions as part of a larger interconnected energy system.

Location: Plumas County

GPS coordinates: 40.17330,-121.09000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46