Bear River Dam, Embankment dam in Amador County, California
Bear River Dam is an embankment dam in Amador County, California, that creates a reservoir for water storage and hydroelectric power generation. The structure supports both energy production and supplies water to local communities.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company built this dam in 1900 to generate electricity and deliver water to the region. The project was part of early efforts to develop hydroelectric power in California.
The Bear River Lake Reservoir maintains a network of campgrounds and recreational facilities managed by the Forest Service and local concessionaires.
Visitors will find campgrounds and recreational facilities around the lake. The upper section of the reservoir requires light paddleboats for access and offers a quieter setting compared to other areas.
The Upper Reservoir section requires light paddle boats for access, creating a secluded environment separated from the more accessible Lower Reservoir.
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