Glen Anne Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Glen Anne is a significant federal-owned irrigation dam located in Santa Barbara, California, specifically in the city of Goleta.


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Built in 1952 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this earth dam stands at a height of 135 feet and serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 630 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the West Fork Glen Anne Canyon Creek and is managed by the Bureau of Reclamation for operations, inspections, and regulatory purposes.

With a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score, Glen Anne represents a critical water resource infrastructure in the region. The dam has a hydraulic height of 95 feet and a spillway width of 6 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 950 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area covers 16 acres, serving a drainage area of 1 square mile. Despite its age, Glen Anne has not undergone any reported modifications and its condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Available".

Overall, Glen Anne plays a crucial role in irrigation and water supply management in the region, showcasing the Bureau of Reclamation's commitment to ensuring the safety and functionality of water resource structures. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam's historical significance and operational details fascinating, highlighting the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and water management in California's diverse landscape.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

135

River Or Stream

W FORK GLEN ANNE CANYON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

95

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

630

Structural Height

135

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

135
       
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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.