Santa Anita Debris Basin
California — Los Angeles County — Santa Anita Wash
Location
| State | California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| River | Santa Anita Wash |
| Coordinates | 34.17140, -118.02390 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 56 ft |
| Dam Height | 56 ft |
| Dam Length | 955 ft |
| NID Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 22, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 0.5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Debris Control |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Los Angeles County Department Of Public Works |
Location Map
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.