Atascadero Park, also known as Atascadero Lake, is a picturesque water resource nestled in the heart of Atascadero, California.
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Managed by the local government, this park serves as both a recreational oasis and a vital water supply for the community. The park features an earth dam with a height of 18 feet and a length of 500 feet, completed in 1918, that helps to store 250 acre-feet of water from Tr Atascadero Creek.
With a surface area of 30 acres and a drainage area of 0.9 square miles, Atascadero Park provides a tranquil setting for outdoor activities while also ensuring a reliable water supply for the region. The dam, regulated by the California Department of Water Resources, has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition, as assessed in 2017. The park's location, surrounded by the natural beauty of San Luis Obispo County, makes it a popular destination for both water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
Tr Atascadero Cr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Cerro Alto
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Cerro Alto Campground
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TV tower road
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El Chorro Regional Park
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Camp San Luis Obispo RV Military
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