Reservoir & River Recreation Opportunities

Water Safety Tip

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Don Pedro and Modesto Reservoirs

Don Pedro and Modesto reservoirs provide water storage for ModestoIrrigation District. You benefit with great recreational opportunities and family fun. Don Pedro Reservoir, 45 minutes east of Modesto,California, has boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing and camping. Modesto Reservoir, 30 minutes east of Modesto, also features water sports and camping. Bring your binoculars to view the wildlife.

Tuolumne River

The Tuolumne River begins on the slopes of Mt. Lyell in Yosemite National Park and continues west for 158 miles until joining the San Joaquin River. It is an irrigation and domestic water source for MID.

Reservoir Levels as of Wed, Nov 20, 2024

	Modesto Reservoir	Don Pedro Reservoir
Gauge:	21.26 ft
Elevation:	205.25 ft	774.48 ft
Storage:	18069 ac-ft	1402.239 ac-ft
Max. Elevation:	210 ft	830 ft
Max. Storage:	28,000 ac-ft	2,030,000 ac-ft