San Vicente Storage Pond 2

Offstream· San Diego, California· Built 1991· Earth· 30 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Public Utility

Key Takeaway

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 30.4% in CA)
Dam Length2,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage137 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDCA01344

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 23, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

Ramona Municipal Water District

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of San Vicente Storage Pond 2?

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates San Vicente Storage Pond 2?

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 is owned by Ramona Municipal Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was San Vicente Storage Pond 2 built?

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 was completed in 1991, making it 35 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of San Vicente Storage Pond 2?

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is San Vicente Storage Pond 2?

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was San Vicente Storage Pond 2 last inspected?

San Vicente Storage Pond 2 was last inspected on September 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.