Barker Dam
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member toponym
N 34° 01.852 W 116° 08.777
11S E 578811 N 3765907
A small dam on a creek in the desert built by ranchers in 1900.
Waymark Code: WM8D94
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 03/16/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
Views: 12
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A small dam in the desert built by ranchers in 1900. It is in what is now Joshua Tree National Park and can be reached via a very easy 1.1 mile loop trail. It is a popular sight for photographers as the park's wildlife frequent this watering hole.
Waterway where the dam is located: Small desert creek

Main use of the Water Dam: Water Supply (Drinkable)

Material used in the structure: Concrete

Height of Dam: 15 feet

Date built: 01/01/1900

Fishing Allowed: no

Motor Sports Allowed: no
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