Site Information
Approximate Location of the Dam Site
(Looking Upstream)
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| Landmark Number: |
919 |
| Location: |
32300 N San Francisquito Canyon Rd, 9.2 mi N of Saugus, Los Angeles County |
| Marker Plaque: |
Official State Plaque |
Description
On March 12, 1928, just before midnight, the 185-foot concrete St. Francis Dam collapsed and sent over twelve billion gallons of water roaring down the valley of the Santa Clara River. Over 450 lives were lost.
Official marker plaque.
The marker plaque is located at the power station which is downstream of the former dam site.
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