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California — San Luis Obispo County — Santa Rita Cr

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySan Luis Obispo
RiverSanta Rita Cr
Coordinates35.52500, -120.84470

Physical Characteristics

NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length275 ft
NID Storage300 acre-ft
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 3, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLand Conservancy of SLO County

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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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