Calavera
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| County | San Diego |
| Nearest City | Carlsbad |
| River/Stream | Calavera Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.16990, -117.28730 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 67 ft |
| Dam Height | 67 ft |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Carlsbad Municipal Water District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 04/23/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |