Los Padres

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyMonterey
Nearest CityCarmel Valley
River/StreamCarmel River
Coordinates36.38600, -121.66820

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height148 ft
Dam Height148 ft
Dam Length570 ft
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,100 acre-ft
Max Storage3,100 acre-ft
Surface Area67 acres
Drainage Area44 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerCalifornia American Water
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00692
Federal IDCA00692
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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