Monticello Dam - Near Winters, California
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Monticello Dam is a 1,023 foot wide concrete dam located in Napa County, California.
Waymark Code: WMFZGE
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/23/2012
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Monticello Dam is a concrete dam in Napa County, California erected for the purpose of hydroelectric power production, and a powerplant which was built in 1983 provides electricity for much of the North Bay area.
The dam has a generating capacity of 11.5 Megawatts, and has an estimated annual power production of 52,000,000 kilowatt hours. It is 1,023 feet wide at the top and height of 304 feet. Construction began on Monticello Dam in 1953 and finished in 1957. Approximate consturction cost was $17,000,000.
The dam creates Lake Berryessa. There is a very nice, large highway pulloff right next to the dam where travelers can stop, stretch their legs, and take in the incredible dam and view. That's where this waymark is located!
Visit Instructions:
Take a picture of yourself with the dam in the background. Any description of your visit to the dam would be much appreciated!
You might also want to check out the informational signs very near the coords for this waymark, they tell a lot of cool facts and trivia about both Lake Berryessa and Monticello Dam.
Waterway where the dam is located: Lake Berryessa
Main use of the Water Dam: Hydroelectric Power Production
Material used in the structure: Concrete
Height of Dam: 304 feet
Date built: 11/07/1957
Fishing Allowed: Not Listed
Motor Sports Allowed: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
Photo of the Dam and a description of your visit.