Fairmont

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyLos Angeles
Nearest CityLancaster
River/StreamAntelope Valley
Coordinates34.70490, -118.42740

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height121 ft
Dam Height121 ft
Dam Length4,300 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,507 acre-ft
Max Storage7,507 acre-ft
Surface Area172 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCity of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/30/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00071
Federal IDCA00071
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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