Sulphur Creek

California — Orange County — Sulphur Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyOrange
RiverSulphur Creek
Coordinates33.55000, -117.70630

Physical Characteristics

NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length485 ft
NID Storage520 acre-ft
Max Storage520 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 23, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1966
Primary PurposeWater Supply
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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