Murray Res

June 9 2023

3,610 acre-ft

Water storage levels at Murray Res are currently 3,610 acre-ft, about None% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately Noneacre-ft.

Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2022 was 2022-07-18 when levels reached 4,421 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2023-05-15 when levels receded to 3,568 acre-ft.

Murray Reservoir is a man-made reservoir located in San Diego, California. It was created in 1952 to provide drinking water to the city of San Diego. The reservoir is fed by the San Diego River and has a capacity of 4,684 acre-feet. The hydrology of the reservoir is affected by both surface flow and snowpack. The San Diego River is the primary surface flow provider and snowpack in the surrounding mountains also contributes to the reservoir. Murray Reservoir is used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation of crops, and for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. It also serves as an important habitat for various species of fish and wildlife. The reservoir has undergone several upgrades and improvements over the years to ensure a reliable water supply for the city of San Diego.