Big Pine Creek
Key Takeaway
Big Pine Creek is classified as high hazard in California. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 6.7% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| NID ID | CA00072 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Los Angeles Department of Water And Power
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Pine Creek?
Big Pine Creek is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Pine Creek?
Big Pine Creek is owned by City of Los Angeles Department of Water And Power (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Big Pine Creek?
Big Pine Creek serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Pine Creek?
Big Pine Creek has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Big Pine Creek last inspected?
Big Pine Creek was last inspected on September 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.