San Vicente Storage Pond 3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

San Vicente Storage Pond 3, located in Barona, California, is a crucial offstream water storage facility primarily used for irrigation and water supply purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 2002, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 68.5 acre-feet. With a surface area of 4.9 acres and a drainage area of 0.01 square miles, this dam plays a significant role in ensuring water availability in the region.

Managed by a public utility, San Vicente Storage Pond 3 is regulated by the California Department of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a hazard potential rated as significant, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition as of September 2017. Emergency preparedness measures are in place, although details such as inundation maps and risk assessment summaries are unavailable at this time.

Located in San Diego County, this storage pond is a vital component of the water infrastructure in the region. Its construction and maintenance are overseen by state regulatory agencies, highlighting its importance in ensuring water security for the surrounding communities. With a focus on water supply and irrigation, San Vicente Storage Pond 3 serves as a key asset in managing water resources in California.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

1938

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

Offstream

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.9

Hydraulic Height

21

Drainage Area

0.01

Nid Storage

68.5

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

24
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.