Castle

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyMerced
Nearest CityMerced
River/StreamCanal Creek
Coordinates37.40420, -120.54620

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length2,027 ft
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,510 acre-ft
Max Storage7,510 acre-ft
Surface Area1,280 acres
Drainage Area28 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCounty of Merced
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA01355
Federal IDCA01355
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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