Fullerton Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyOrange
Nearest CityFULLERTON
River/StreamEAST FULLERTON CREEK
Coordinates33.89648, -117.88587

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length575 ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,342 acre-ft
Max Storage1,342 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge3,640 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Los Angeles District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection05/27/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA10018
Federal IDCA10018
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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