Thompson Creek

California — Los Angeles County — Thompson Creek

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyLos Angeles
RiverThompson Creek
Coordinates34.14070, -117.71380

Physical Characteristics

NID Height66 ft
Dam Height66 ft
Dam Length1,500 ft
NID Storage543 acre-ft
Max Storage543 acre-ft
Surface Area345 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 22, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1928
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
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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