La Tuna Debris Basin

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyLos Angeles
Nearest CitySun Valley
River/StreamLa Tuna Canyon
Coordinates34.23790, -118.32800

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height47 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length654 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage207 acre-ft
Max Storage207 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeDebris Control
OwnerLos Angeles County Department Of Public Works
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/01/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA01153
Federal IDCA01153
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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