Upper Chiquita

California — Orange County — Trib to San Juan Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyOrange
RiverTrib to San Juan Creek
Coordinates33.58830, -117.61560

Physical Characteristics

NID Height177 ft
Dam Height177 ft
Dam Length965 ft
NID Storage754 acre-ft
Max Storage754 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 3, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed2012
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerSanta Margarita Water District

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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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