Lake Hodges reopens for after dam repairs - The San Diego Union-Tribune
Century-old dam required a full year of work to seal up leaks and defects; replacement expected in about 10 more years
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Century-old dam required a full year of work to seal up leaks and defects; replacement expected in about 10 more years
The city of San Diego Wednesday posted caution signs at its Lower Otay Reservoir alerting the public to avoid water contact due to an algae bloom.
Residents living along the river should not be impacted by flooding, according to city officials. Releases will continue for about two days.
New cracks found in Lake Hodges dam will lengthen repair work and delay the re-opening of fishing and boating. The 104-year-old dam, already rated 'poor' by the state, is slated for replacement in roughly 10 years.
Cal Fire San Diego is in the South Bay fighting multiple small brush fires that have sparked near Lower Otay Lake.