Eagle Rock

Offstream· Los Angeles, California· Built 1953· Earth· 113 ft tall
High Hazard Other Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Eagle Rock is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 113 ft (taller than 84.5% in CA)
Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage254 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDCA00094

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 2, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR, Division of Safety of Dams

Ownership

City of Los Angeles Department of Water And Power

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Rock?

Eagle Rock 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 Eagle Rock?

Eagle Rock 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.

When was Eagle Rock built?

Eagle Rock was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Eagle Rock?

Eagle Rock serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eagle Rock?

Eagle Rock has a dam height of 113 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 Eagle Rock last inspected?

Eagle Rock was last inspected on November 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.