Dam

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The new dam is constructed using soil from the original dam plus additional soil taken from an area at the lake shoreline. A rock toe was added (much like that used on levees in the valley) with a drain chimney extending up through the middle of the dam. The added safety provided by the new dam is achieved by properly compacting the soil used in its embankment.
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Coordinates:   39°21'35"N   121°12'14"W
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