Peters Canyon

California — Orange County — Peters Canyon

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyOrange
RiverPeters Canyon
Coordinates33.77970, -117.76280

Physical Characteristics

NID Height54 ft
Dam Height54 ft
Dam Length580 ft
NID Storage1,090 acre-ft
Max Storage1,090 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 9, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1932
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCounty of Orange

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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.

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