From 1891 to 1895, they undertook a massive construction project to build the Hemet Dam, which in turn created Lake Hemet behind it. Lake Hemet began in 1895 with the finishing of the dam.

This article was originally published with the title “ The Lake Hemet Water Co's Dam ” in SA Supplements Vol. 33 No. 845supp (March 1892), p. 13501 doi:10.1038 ...

Last weekend’s storm provided another healthful dose of water to area lakes from Lake Hemet to Big Bear, but probably none received a greater benefit than Lake Elsinore.Southern California’s ...

Diamond Valley Lake near Hemet, SoCal's largest reservoir, refilled for first time in 3 years. By Rob McMillan. Tuesday, March 28, ...

Diamond Valley Lake near Hemet, seen Monday, March 27, 2023, is slowly refilling thanks to recent rainwater for the first time in three years. The level of the grass’ edges is where the lake ...

HEMET, Calif. (KABC) -- Southern California's largest reservoir is filled to more than 80% of its total capacity, despite the fact the state as a whole is in the second year of a severe drought.

Diamond Valley Lake near Hemet, seen Monday, March 27, 2023, is slowly refilling thanks to recent rainwater for the first time in three years. The level of the grass’ edges is where the lake ...

Lake Hemet is a beautiful park and it is easy on fuel as its less than two hours away from the High Desert. Surrounded by the San Jacinto Mountains, the climate for close summer camping is spectacu… ...

The lake was originally created for irrigation water for development in the valley below, writes Steve Lech. ... Local News | How Lake Hemet became a destination for area… Share this: ...

Lake Hemet began in 1895 with the finishing of the dam. It grew to be several hundred acres, and is one of the largest man-made lakes in Riverside County. Today, Lake Hemet is a popular recreation ...