Sand Canyon
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| County | Orange |
| Nearest City | Irvine |
| River/Stream | Sand Canyon |
| Coordinates | 33.64770, -117.79470 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 58 ft |
| Dam Height | 58 ft |
| Dam Length | 861 ft |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Irvine Ranch Water District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 05/06/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |