Santiago Creek

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyOrange
Nearest CityOrange
River/StreamSantiago Creek
Coordinates33.78630, -117.72260

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height136 ft
Dam Height136 ft
Dam Length1,425 ft
Year Completed1933 (93 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage25,000 acre-ft
Max Storage25,000 acre-ft
Surface Area650 acres
Drainage Area63 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerIrvine Ranch Water District
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00298
Federal IDCA00298
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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