Mathews

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyRiverside
Nearest CityLa Sierra
River/StreamTr Cajalco Creek
Coordinates33.84200, -117.46240

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height264 ft
Dam Height264 ft
Dam Length6,522 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage182,000 acre-ft
Max Storage182,000 acre-ft
Surface Area2,750 acres
Drainage Area40 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMetropolitan Water District Of Southern California
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/09/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00212
Federal IDCA00212
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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