Lake O'Neill Dam

California — San Diego County — SANTA MARGARITA RIV OFFSTREAM

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySan Diego
RiverSANTA MARGARITA RIV OFFSTREAM
Coordinates33.32700, -117.32700

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length1,500 ft
NID Storage1,395 acre-ft
Max Storage1,395 acre-ft
Surface Area116 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 23, 2017
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1883
Primary PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerDOD USMC
Other NameLake O'Neill

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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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