Santiago Creek Reservoir, also known as Irvine Lake, is a man-made reservoir located in Orange County, California.
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It was created in 1931 by the construction of Santiago Dam, which is the primary surface flow provider for the reservoir. The dam also provides flood control and hydroelectric power. The reservoir is also fed by snowpack from the nearby Santa Ana Mountains.
The lake has a capacity of 25,000 acre-feet and is used for a variety of recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. It also serves as a source of agricultural irrigation for nearby farmland. In recent years, the lake has experienced low water levels due to drought conditions and has been temporarily closed to the public. However, efforts are being made to restore the lake and improve its water quality, and it is expected to reopen for recreational use in the near future.
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| Percent of Normal | None% |
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| Nid_Height | 136 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 120 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Drainage_Area | 63.1 |
| Year_Completed | 1933 |
| Dam_Height | 136 |
| River_Or_Stream | Santiago Creek |
| Surface_Area | 650 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Storage | 25000 |
| Dam_Length | 1425 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Oso Lake Scout Camp
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Chino Hills - State Park
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ONeill Regional Park
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Prado Regional Park
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