Sawpit

California — Los Angeles County — Sawpit Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyLos Angeles
RiverSawpit Creek
Coordinates34.17590, -117.98810

Physical Characteristics

NID Height150 ft
Dam Height150 ft
Dam Length527 ft
NID Storage406 acre-ft
Max Storage406 acre-ft
Surface Area

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 15, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1927
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeArch
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerLos Angeles County Department Of Public Works

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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