Castle
California — Merced County — Canal Creek
Location
| State | California |
| County | Merced |
| River | Canal Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.40420, -120.54620 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,027 ft |
| NID Storage | 7,510 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,510 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,280 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 24, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1991 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | County of Merced |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.