Ler Sunset Debris Basin

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyLos Angeles
Nearest CityBurbank
River/StreamSunset Canyon
Coordinates34.19560, -118.29700

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height86 ft
Dam Height86 ft
Dam Length379 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage37 acre-ft
Max Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 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 IDCA01161
Federal IDCA01161
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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