Santa Anita Debris Basin

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

CountyLos Angeles
River/StreamSanta Anita Wash
Coordinates34.17140, -118.02390

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height56 ft
Dam Height56 ft
Dam Length955 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage116 acre-ft
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeDebris Control
OwnerLos Angeles County Department Of Public Works
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/22/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCA01155
Federal IDCA01155
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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