Nacimiento

RESERVOIR REPORT

237,727 acre-ft

Water storage levels at Nacimiento are currently 237,727 acre-ft, about 415% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 57,154.5acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2021 was 2023-05-01 when levels reached 360,636 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2021-12-12 when levels receded to 33,473 acre-ft. View historical levels.

Nacimiento Reservoir is located in Monterey County, California and was formed by the Nacimiento Dam in 1957. The reservoir has a capacity of 377,900 acre-feet and serves primarily as a water source for the Salinas Valley, which is an important agricultural region in California. The reservoir's hydrology is primarily fed by surface flow from the Nacimiento River, as well as snowpack melt from the surrounding Santa Lucia Mountains. The reservoir is also used for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The surrounding terrain provides ample opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing. The reservoir is managed by the Monterey County Water Resources Agency and is an important source of water for the region's agriculture and urban needs.