Fullerton Dam
California — Orange County — EAST FULLERTON CREEK
Location
| State | California |
| County | Orange |
| River | EAST FULLERTON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 33.89648, -117.88587 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,342 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,342 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 27, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1941 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Los Angeles District |
| Other Name | Fullerton Reservoir |
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.