Public  Safety Information and Tips 

Dam Safety 

Tri-Dam's hydroelectric system is regulated by federal and state agencies. Each dam is inspected and maintained according to strict safety guidelines, ensuring structural integrity under normal and extreme conditions. Tri-Dam has developed emergency plans with emergency management agencies to warn the public in the unlikely event of an emergency at a dam. 

In the event of an emergency call 911 

The below are local contact numbers for emergency information: 

Tuolumne County Sheriff (209) 533-5815 or login to their facebook page at  https://www.facebook.com/tuolumnecountysheriff/

Calaveras County Sheriff (209) 754-6500

Stanislaus Sheriff Deparment (209) 552-2468 or login to Stanislaus County Emergency Services at StanEmergency | Stanislaus County Emergency Services

Modesto Police Department (209) 552-2470 

 

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 Reservoir and River Safety Tips: 

  • Obey all warning signs and restrictive buoys while swimming or boating 
  • Use the buddy system. Never fish, swim, boat or raft alone
  • Don't dive or jump into unfamiliar water. Shallow water or submerged trees or rocks could cause serious injury 
  • Wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket
  • Know you family's plan to get out of the water at a moment's notice 

 

Safety tips for water hazards include recognizing warning signs, staying calm in emergencies, and knowing how to act near dams and canals.
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Tulloch Reservoir Safety Rules and Buoy Map 

 

The image is a pamphlet for Tulloch Reservoir, outlining safety rules and regulations for boating and recreational activities.
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