Lake Mission Viejo

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyOrange
Nearest CityMission Viejo
River/StreamOso Creek
Coordinates33.62710, -117.64920

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height123 ft
Dam Height123 ft
Dam Length1,750 ft
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,300 acre-ft
Max Storage4,300 acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerLake Mission Viejo Association, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection04/16/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA01122
Federal IDCA01122
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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