Dry Canyon

California — Los Angeles County — Dry Canyon Cr

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyLos Angeles
RiverDry Canyon Cr
Coordinates34.48130, -118.52930

Physical Characteristics

NID Height66 ft
Dam Height66 ft
Dam Length780 ft
NID Storage1,140 acre-ft
Max Storage1,140 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 30, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1912
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

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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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