Rubio Debris Basin

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyLos Angeles
Nearest CityAltadena
River/StreamRubio Creek
Coordinates34.19940, -118.12400

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height64 ft
Dam Height64 ft
Dam Length780 ft
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage44 acre-ft
Max Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeDebris Control
OwnerLos Angeles County Department Of Public Works
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/19/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00202
Federal IDCA00202
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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