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What happens if a dam breaks?
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How much did the Shasta Dam cost?
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What are the release dates for California's Gold - 1991 Shasta Dam?
California's Gold - 1991 Shasta Dam was released on: USA: 21 November 2011
Is lake shasta named after a famous person?
No, Lake Shasta is not named after a famous person. It is named after the Shasta tribe of Native Americans who historically inhabited the area. The lake was created by the construction of Shasta Dam on the Sacramento River in California.
How long did it take to finish Shasta Dam?
Shasta Dam, located in California, took about six years to complete. Construction began in 1938 and was finished in 1945. The dam was built as part of a larger water management project in the region and is one of the tallest dams in the United States.
What would happen to orland California if lake shasta broke?
You are asking about the dam because lakes don't break and the closest city to it is Lake Shasta. If something did happen with the dam everyone who would be harmed by the break would be evaluated.
What is flash flooding?
Flash flooding is when a flood happens very quickly, with not a lot of time to warn anyone, as when a dam breaks.
What type of dam is Shasta dam?
Shasta Dam is a concrete gravity dam located on the Sacramento River in Northern California. It is primarily designed for water storage, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation. Standing at about 602 feet tall, it is the largest reservoir in California and plays a crucial role in the state's water management system. The dam was completed in 1945 and is operated by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
How does Shasta Dam produce electricity?
Shasta Dam produces electricity through a process called hydroelectric power generation. Water from the Sacramento River is stored in Shasta Lake, and when released, it flows through turbines located in the dam. The force of the flowing water spins the turbines, which then convert the kinetic energy into mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is transformed into electrical energy by generators, producing electricity that can be distributed to the power grid.
What is the main idea of Shasta Dam?
The main idea is to aid in the migration of salmon up the Sacramento River
Does Mount Shasta provide drinking water for CA?
Indirectly, yes. The snow that falls on Mount Shasta and in the Sierra Nevada mountains melts during the spring and summer. This water runs downhill, into Lake Shasta and into the Sacramento River. (Lake Shasta is a reservoir behind Shasta Dam.) This water contributes to the drinking water supplies in northern California.
Does Mount shasta have a lake by it?
Yes, the snow that is on the mountain melts and creates Lake Shasta. They also have a dam which flows to be the Sacramento River and becomes the California aqueduct. Mt.Shasta that makes lake Shasta is very important because it brings water to everyone in Southern California.
