El Capitan
California, San Diego County, San Diego River
Location
| State | California |
| County | San Diego |
| River | San Diego River |
| Coordinates | 32.88560, -116.80930 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 237 ft |
| Dam Height | 237 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| NID Storage | 112,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 112,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,562 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1934 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of San Diego |
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.