What is success dam?

Success Dam is a earthen dam located on the Success Reservoir of the Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1961 and is owned and operated by the United States Bureau of Reclamation. The dam has a height of 160 feet and a length of approximately 3,000 feet, and it stores water from the Tule River for irrigation, municipal, and industrial uses in the surrounding areas. The reservoir has a capacity of 82,660 acre-feet, with a surface area of 753 acres. The dam has been identified as potentially unsafe due to seismic threats, and the Bureau of Reclamation has implemented measures to ensure its safety. The Success Dam is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, camping, and hiking.