Britton Lake

Britton Lake

Description
Lake Britton and Pit Number 3 Dam are located in Shasta County on the Pit River. The Pit Number 3 Dam is a gravel dam owned by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and was completed in 1925. Recreational activities at Lake Britton include fishing, swimming, camping, water-skiing, picnicking, and boating. The campgrounds, picnic area, and fishing access areas are owned and operated by PG&E.
Contacts & Information
PG&E (916) 386-5164. Camping Reservations (800) 444-7275.
General Information
Size
1,600 surface acres.
Elevation
2,760 feet above sea level.
Species of Fish
Trout
Bass
Crappie
Catfish
Fish Identification Encyclopedia
Location
Closest Services: Burney 10 mi. S.
Directions to: Redding
Directions to Lake: From Redding, on Hwy I-5; take Hwy 299 E, go 56 mi. to Hwy 89. Turn N, go 10 mi. to Old Highway Rd. 1) Go W 1 mi. to lake. 2) Continue N on Hwy 89 and watch for campground signs.
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