Vail Lake
April 18, 2024
16,762 acre-ft
+0.1% today126% of Normal • High
Water storage levels at Vail Lake are currently 16,762 acre-ft, about 126% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 13,213.5acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2021 was 2023-05-11 when levels reached 17,182 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2022-12-10 when levels receded to 7,686 acre-ft. View historical levels.
Vail Lake is a reservoir located in southern California, United States. The lake was created in 1948 after the construction of the Vail Lake Dam on Temecula Creek. Vail Lake is primarily fed by Temecula Creek, which is a tributary of Santa Margarita River. The lake is an important source of water for the surrounding agricultural lands and serves as a recreational destination. Its hydrology is affected by the surface flow from Temecula Creek and by snowpack from the nearby mountains. The lake is surrounded by a variety of recreational facilities, including camping areas, picnic sites, and hiking trails. Water-based activities, such as fishing, boating, and swimming, are also popular among visitors. The lake also plays a significant role in supporting the local agricultural industry by providing irrigation water.
| Geolocation | -116.976, 33.496 |
| Elevation | 1,470 ft |
| Storage 24hr Change | 0.1% |
| Percent of Normal | 126% |
| Minimum |
7,686 acre-ft
2022-12-10 |
| Maximum |
17,182 acre-ft
2023-05-11 |
| Average | 13,214 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 152 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 139.4 |
| Drainage_Area | 318.4 |
| Year_Completed | 1949 |
| Dam_Height | 152 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Arch |
| River_Or_Stream | Temecula Creek |
| Surface_Area | 1078 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Storage | 51000 |
| Dam_Length | 788 |
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