Railroad Canyon Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Railroad Canyon is a small valley located in Southern California, USA.


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Summary

It was named after the Santa Fe Railroad that once ran through the area. The canyon is home to a number of small streams and springs that provide water to the surrounding area. The hydrology of the canyon is influenced by the snowpack in the nearby San Bernardino Mountains, which provides significant surface flow during the spring and summer months. The water from Railroad Canyon is used for both agricultural and recreational purposes, with local farmers relying on the water to irrigate their crops and residents using it for fishing and boating. Despite being a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, Railroad Canyon has a relatively low population and remains a peaceful and scenic area.

Reservoir Details

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Dam_Height 94
Hydraulic_Height 65.8
Drainage_Area 664
Year_Completed 1928
Nid_Storage 11586
River_Or_Stream San Jacinto River
Surface_Area 525
Hazard_Potential High
Dam_Length 590
Primary_Dam_Type Arch
Nid_Height 94
       
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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.