Green Verdugo
Key Takeaway
Green Verdugo is classified as high hazard in California. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. 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 | 118 ft (taller than 85.4% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 452 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CA00096 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Green Verdugo?
Green Verdugo 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 Green Verdugo?
Green Verdugo 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 Green Verdugo built?
Green Verdugo 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 Green Verdugo?
Green Verdugo serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Green Verdugo?
Green Verdugo has a dam height of 118 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 Green Verdugo last inspected?
Green Verdugo was last inspected on September 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.