Sunset South Basin

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountySan Francisco
Nearest CitySan Francisco
River/StreamOffstream
Coordinates37.74980, -122.48550

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height34 ft
Dam Height34 ft
Dam Length980 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage268 acre-ft
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity and County of San Francisco
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/13/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00136
Federal IDCA00136
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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