Jan 7, 2001
Heavy surf began on Sunday, January 7 and continued through Friday, January 12. The highest Spring Tides of the year were occurring during this same time period during the morning hours. On Monday, January 11, a sea wall in Ocean Beach was eroded, and further erosion undercut the foundation of several condominiums. Piers and the entrance to Mission Bay were closed due to large breaking waves, which peaked around 18 feet on Thursday, January 11.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5229077). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in San Diego County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.