Prado Reservoir, body of water
Prado Reservoir is a large body of water located in the countryside between Riverside and San Bernardino counties in California, near Corona. It was created by building Prado Dam, a rock-filled structure over 100 feet (30 m) tall across the Santa Ana River at a natural narrow point in the canyon.
Prado Dam was completed in 1941 and built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to control flooding and store water for the region. Since 2008, the structure has undergone major modifications including raising its height by about 30 feet and adding new outlet systems to handle larger rainfall events.
The reservoir serves as a gathering place where locals fish and picnic while enjoying the surroundings. It demonstrates how the community has integrated water management infrastructure with outdoor recreation and natural spaces.
The area offers access to parks and outdoor spaces for exploration and recreation throughout the year. It is best to visit during dry months outside the rainy season when water levels are more stable and conditions are safe for visitors.
The reservoir basin has its own dikes and barriers built around it to enhance flood protection for facilities within the area. This detail reveals how multiple layers of protection work together to safeguard nearby communities during heavy rainstorms.
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