Copper Cove

Copper Cove is an earth dam located in Calaveras County, California, built in 1993. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyCalaveras
River/StreamTr Littlejohns Cr
Coordinates37.90880, -120.62780

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length1,308 ft
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage205 acre-ft
Max Storage205 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCalaveras County Water District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/13/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCA01356
Federal IDCA01356
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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