Salinas Dam
High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | San Luis Obispo |
| Nearest City | SANTA MARGARITA |
| River/Stream | SALINAS RIVER |
| Coordinates | 35.33716, -120.50273 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 135 ft |
| Dam Height | 135 ft |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 43,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 43,200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 793 acres |
| Drainage Area | 111 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | USACE - Los Angeles District |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| Last Inspection | 05/03/2019 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |