Combie Phase System Diversion

  • Diversion Located at Lake Combie
  • Supplied via natural Bear River and imported Yuba River flows
  • Flows continuously measured and reported via SCADA
  • Average flows in 2019 = 123 CFS in summer & 35 CFS in winter
  • Also supplies the Combie Ophir System
  • Instream flow requirement of 5 cfs (below Combie in Bear River)
  • Supplies 12 Downstream canals covering a distance of > 33 Miles
  • Provides 400 summer irrigation water customers and 34 winter water customers
  • Is the main source of drinking water supply for Lake of the Pines

 

The image shows a dam structure with a dry reservoir, surrounded by trees, and a pipe system leading to a lower water area.
Van Giesen Dam
The image lists data for the Bear River System's canals, including lengths, flow averages, and customer counts for summer and winter.
The image shows a water channel or creek surrounded by trees and a concrete structure, with flowing water and a green utility element.
The image depicts a map of the Combie Phase Diversion project, showing water routes and treatment facilities in the area.
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