Lake Mendocino, Ukiah
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Facts and practical information
Lake Mendocino is a large reservoir in Mendocino County, California, northeast of Ukiah. It covers 1,922 acres and was formed by the construction of Coyote Valley Dam in 1958. The lake and dam provide flood control, water conservation, hydroelectric power, and recreation. The dam also includes a fallout shelter built during the Cold War era to protect against the radiation from nuclear attacks from the Soviet Union. Each year the city hosts the "Dam Dog Walk" on New Years Day as a celebration. ()
Maximum depth: 133 ftElevation: 732 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°11'60"N, 123°11'2"W
Day trips
Lake Mendocino – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Vichy Springs, City of Ten Thousand Buddhas, Grace Hudson Museum, First Baptist Church.