Blanchard Debris Basin

California — Los Angeles County — Blanchard Can

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyLos Angeles
RiverBlanchard Can
Coordinates34.25390, -118.27120

Physical Characteristics

NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length925 ft
NID Storage26 acre-ft
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionNovember 19, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1966
Primary PurposeDebris Control
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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