Redinger Dam, Gravity dam in Fresno and Madera Counties, United States.
Redinger Dam is a gravity dam that spans across the San Joaquin River and creates the Redinger Lake reservoir. The structure rises 250 feet high with a crest that stretches 875 feet across, and the resulting body of water covers approximately 465 acres.
Southern California Edison built the dam in 1951 as a key part of its Big Creek Hydroelectric Project in the San Joaquin River basin. The facility was developed to provide power to the surrounding region and represented a significant investment in water management infrastructure.
The dam carries the name of David H. Redinger, who led the Big Creek Hydroelectric Project from its start. Visitors can see how the lake's naming honors this figure connected to the project's early years.
The site offers fishing opportunities and primitive camping facilities for visitors looking to spend time outdoors. The reservoir can be accessed year-round and provides multiple spots to enjoy water-based activities.
The dam functions as one part of a larger hydroelectric network comprising 25 dams, 9 power plants, and multiple tunnels working together. This extensive system manages water and power distribution across California in an interconnected way.
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