This website provides a limited number of Substructure Maps in “pdf” format via GIS polygons representing grids containing URL links. Across various areas of Los Angeles County, paper maps were created by Public Works (PW) and its predecessor Departments to show underground utilities such as cable TV, gas, oil, and telephone lines.

Though most of these maps are no longer updated, they can be useful as a research resource. Every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of this data and the maps referenced. Some cities may provide substructure information for the areas not covered by these grids. Additional and more accurate substructure data and information may also be obtained through the utility companies. Before digging, it is strongly advised to contact the Underground Service Alert (DigAlert Express) at www.digalert.org/digexpress.html or by calling 811.

Please note that California State Law Says, You Must Contact DigAlert!

The County of Los Angeles makes no warranty, representation, or guarantee as to the content, sequence, accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any of the data provided herein or of any maps referenced. Los Angeles County Public Works recommends that all utility research be conducted under the supervision of a licensed civil engineer.

Designed, created and shared by the Los Angeles County Enterprise GIS (eGIS) team, the Los Angeles County Base is designed to be overlaid with data layers. The basemap features roads, city and communities boundaries, national hydrographic data, shaded relief imagery, along with land cover and land type classifications. As you zoom further into Los Angeles County the aerial imagery layer is displayed at around the scale of 1:18,056. The basemap covers the extent of Los Angeles County, and has been designed to show different levels of detail based on zoom levels. This basemap is cached up to scale 1: 564.

The polylines represent underground utilities such as cable TV, gas, oil, and telephone lines across various areas of Los Angeles County. All data were collected from LA County Substructure Grid Maps drawing. The utility lines are from cities that were contracted with LA County. To download the hardcopy maps, please visit: Los Angeles County Substructure Maps | County of Los Angeles Open Datahttps://egis-lacounty.hub.arcgis.com/maps/los-angeles-county-substructure-maps-1/explore?location=34.094631%2C-118.256950%2C7.82Every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of this data and the maps referenced. Some cities may provide substructure information for the areas not covered by our map grids. Additional and more accurate substructure data and information may also be obtained through the utility companies. The County of Los Angeles makes no warranty, representation, or guarantee as to the content, sequence, accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any of the data provided herein or of any maps referenced. Los Angeles County Public Works recommends that all utility research be conducted under the supervision of a licensed civil engineer.

Designed, created and shared by the Los Angeles County Enterprise GIS (eGIS) team, the Los Angeles County Streetmap Basemap has been designed to show the transportation network and jurisdictions across the entire county. Data included in this basemap but not limited to include freeways, highways, major and minor roads, railways, Metro lines, Metro stations, city boundaries, hillshade, national hydrographic data and land types. Designed to be suitable for large scale mapping, the basemap includes building footprints, address point and LMS data. This basemap is cached up to scale 1: 564.

File Geodatabase - Click hereShapefile - Click hereThis dataset contains current parcel boundaries and related attributes for approximately 2.4 million parcels maintained by the Los Angeles County Assessor (updated monthly on the second of every month). Due to the size of the data, it is only available for download as a zipped file geodatabase or shapefile at this time. For additional annual assessment roll history and attribute metadata descriptions, please visit the L.A. County Open Data Portal and search for Assessor. To better understand individual data elements, or to interactively view individual parcel information, please visit the Assessor’s Portal. A public-facing parcel map cache can be accessed here (updated weekly): https://public.gis.lacounty.gov/public/rest/services/LACounty_Cache/LACounty_Parcel/MapServer/0All inquiries should be directed to the Mapping & GIS Services Section, LA County Office of the Assessor at gisinfo@assessor.lacounty.gov

Includes points of interest for Arts Facilities, Schools, Hospitals, Municipal Services, Physical Features, Public Safety, and Transportation. Main category is in "Category1" field, sub-category is "Category2".Data maintained by Los Angeles County Enterprise GIS. Please reach out with questions to egis@isd.lacounty.gov.

Included Categories:

Arts and Recreation

Cultural and Performing Arts Centers Picnic Areas Pools

Education

Schools, Colleges and Universities

Hospitals

General Acute Care Hospitals

Municipal Services

City Halls County Offices Courthouses Libraries Recreation Centers (others as listed in "Category2" field)

Physical Features

Bay, Beach, etc… (as listed in "Category2" field)

Public Safety

Fire Stations Jails and Prisons Probation Camps and Juvenile Halls Sheriff and Police Stations

Transportation

Amtrak Stations Heliports Metrolink Stations Park and Ride Locations

The Los Angeles County Storm Drain System is a geometric network model representing the storm drain infrastructure within Los Angeles County. The long term goal of this network is to seamlessly integrate the countywide drainage infrastructure, regardless of ownership or jurisdiction. Current uses by the Department of Public Works (DPW) include asset inventory, operational maintenance, and compliance with environmental regulations.

GIS DATA DOWNLOADS: (More information is in the table below)

File geodatabase: A limited set of feature classes comprise the majority of this geometric network. These nine feature classes are available in one file geodatabase (.gdb). ArcMap versions compatible with the .gdb are 10.1 and later. Read-only access is provided by the open-source software QGIS. Instructions on opening a .gdb file are available here, and a QGIS plugin can be downloaded here.

Acronyms and Definitions (pdf) are provided to better understand terms used.

ONLINE VIEWING: Use your PC’s browser to search for drains by street address or drain name and download engineering drawings. The Web Viewer link is: https://dpw.lacounty.gov/fcd/stormdrain/

MOBILE GIS: This storm drain system can also be viewed on mobile devices as well as your PC via ArcGIS Online. (As-built plans are not available with this mobile option.)

More About these Downloads All data added or updated by Public Works is contained in nine feature classes, with definitions listed below. The file geodatabase (.gdb) download contains these eleven feature classes without network connectivity. Feature classes include attributes with unabbreviated field names and domains.

ArcMap versions compatible with the .gdb are 10.1 and later.

Feature Class Download Description

CatchBasin In .gdb Catch basins collect urban runoff from gutters

Culvert In .gdb A relatively short conduit that conveys storm water runoff underneath a road or embankment. Typical materials include reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) and corrugated metal pipe (CMP). Typical shapes are circular, rectangular, elliptical, or arched.

ForceMain In .gdb Force mains carry stormwater uphill from pump stations into gravity mains and open channels.

GravityMain In .gdb Underground pipes and channels.

LateralLine In .gdb Laterals connect catch basins to underground gravity mains or open channels.

MaintenanceHole In .gdb The top opening to an underground gravity main used for inspection and maintenance.

NaturalDrainage In .gdb Streams and rivers that flow through natural creek beds

OpenChannel In .gdb Concrete lined stormwater channels.

PumpStation In .gdb Where terrain causes accumulation, lift stations are used to pump stormwater to where it can once again flow towards the ocean

Data Field Descriptions

Most of the feature classes in this storm drain geometric network share the same GIS table schema. Only the most critical attributes are listed here per LACFCD operations.

Attribute Description

ASBDATE The date the design plans were approved “as-built” or accepted as “final records”.

CROSS_SECTIN_SHAPE The cross-sectional shape of the pipe or channel. Examples include round, square, trapezoidal, arch, etc.

DIAMETER_HEIGHT The diameter of a round pipe or the height of an underground box or open channel.

DWGNO Drain Plan Drawing Number per LACFCD Nomenclature

EQNUM Asset No. assigned by the Department of Public Works’ (in Maximo Database).

MAINTAINED_BY Identifies, to the best of LAFCD’s knowledge, the agency responsible for maintaining the structure.

MOD_DATE Date the GIS features were last modified.

NAME Name of the individual drainage infrastructure.

OWNER Agency that owns the drainage infrastructure in question.

Q_DESIGN The peak storm water runoff used for the design of the drainage infrastructure.

SOFT_BOTTOM For open channels, indicates whether the channel invert is in its natural state (not lined).

SUBTYPE Most feature classes in this drainage geometric nature contain multiple subtypes.

UPDATED_BY The person who last updated the GIS feature.

WIDTH Width of a channel in feet.

On December 6, 2022, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors (BOS) adopted the 2022 Countywide Parks Needs Assessment Plus (PNA+) Final Report. Consistent with this Board action, DPR is making GIS data from the PNA+ available to the public here. Composite layers include:Regional Study AreasRural Study AreasRegional Site InventoryLocal ParksBeachesCountywide TrailsTrailheads and Access PointsPriority Areas for Increasing Access to Regional RecreationPriority Areas for Increasing Access to Rural RecreationPriority Area for Environmental RestorationEnvironmental BenefitsEnvironmental BurdensComposite Population VulnerabilityNote that all data sources in the web map are courtesy of the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). If you'd like to learn more about the data and analysis used in the PNA+, visit https://lacountyparkneeds.org/pnaplus-report/.

DISCLAIMER: The data herein is for informational purposes, and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying intents. The County of Los Angeles reserves the right to change, restrict, or discontinue access at any time. All users of the maps and data presented on https://lacounty.maps.arcgis.com or deriving from any LA County REST URLs agree to the "Terms of Use" outlined on the County of LA Enterprise GIS (eGIS) Hub (https://egis-lacounty.hub.arcgis.com/pages/terms-of-use).

Designed, created and shared by the Los Angeles County Enterprise GIS (eGIS) team, the Los Angeles County Canvas Basemap is designed using minimal colors, labels and features. City boundaries, roads networks, land types and national hydrographic data are a few of the layers used to create this basemap. Unlike the Los Angeles County Base Basemap, the Canvas does not contain aerial imagery. This basemap covers the extent of Los Angeles County and may be used for large scale mapping. This basemap is cached up to scale 1: 564.

Summary: This dataset contains an inventory of City of Los Angeles Sidewalks and related features (Access Ramps, Curbs, Driveways, and Parkways).Background: This inventory was performed throughout 2017 using a combination of G.I.S software, aerial imagery (2014 LARIAC), and a geographic dataset of property/right-of way lines. The dataset has not been updated since its creation.Description: The following provides more detail about the feature classes in this dataset. All features were digitized (“traced”) as observed in the orthophotography (digital aerial photos) and assigned the Parcel Identification Number (PIN) of their corresponding property:Sidewalk (polygon) – represents paved pedestrian walkways. Typical widths are between 3‐6 feet in residential areas and larger and more variable in commercial and high‐density traffic areas.Alley-Sidewalk (polygon) – represents the prevailing walkway or path of travel at the entrance/exit of an alley. Digitized as Sidewalk features but categorized as Alley Sidewalk and assigned a generic PIN value, ALLEY SIDEWALK.Corner Polygon (polygon) - feature created where sidewalks from two streets meet but do not intersect (i.e. at corner lots). There’s no standard shape/type and configurations vary widely. These are part of the Sidewalk feature class.In commercial and high‐density residential areas where there is only continuous sidewalk (no parkway strip), the sidewalk also functions as a Driveway.Driveway (polygon) – represents area that provides vehicular access to a property. Features are not split by extended parcel lot lines except when two adjacent properties are served by the same driveway approach (e.g. a common driveway), in which case they are and assigned a corresponding PIN.Parkway (polygon) – represents the strip of land behind the curb and in front of the sidewalk. Generally, they are landscaped with ground cover but they may also be filled in with decorative stone, pavers, decomposed granite, or concrete. They are created by offsetting lines, the Back of Curb (BOC) line and the Face of Walk (FOW). The distance between the BOC and FOW is measured off the aerial image and rounded to the nearest 0.5 foot, typically 6 – 10 feet.Curb (polygon) – represents the concrete edging built along the street to form part of the gutter. Features are always 6” wide strips and are digitized using the front of curb and back of curb digitized lines. They are the leading improvement polygon and are created for all corner, parkway, driveway and, sidewalk (if no parkway strip is present) features.Curb Ramp, aka Access Ramp (point) – represents the geographic center (centroid) of Corner Polygon features in the Sidewalk feature class. They have either a “Yes” or “No” attribute that indicates the presence or absence of a wheelchair access ramp, respectively.Fields: All features include the following fields...FeatureID – a unique feature identifier that is populated using the feature class’ OBJECTID fieldAssetID – a unique feature identifier populated by Los Angeles City staff for internal usePIND – a unique Parcel Identification Number (PIN) for all parcels within the City of L.A. All Sidewalk related features will be split, non-overlapping, and have one associated Parcel Identification Number (PIN). CreateDate – indicates date feature was createdModifiedDate – indicates date feature was revised/editedCalc_Width (excluding Access Ramps) – a generalized width of the feature calculated using spatial and mathematical algorithms on the feature. In almost all cases where features have variable widths, the minimum width is used. Widths are rounded to the nearest whole number. In cases where there is no value for the width, the applied algorithms were unable to calculate a reliable value.Calc_Length (excluding Access Ramps) – a generalized length of the feature calculated using spatial and mathematical algorithms on the feature. Lengths are rounded to the nearest whole number. In cases where there is no value for the length, the applied algorithms were unable to calculate a reliable value.Methodology: This dataset was digitized using a combination of G.I.S software, aerial imagery (2014 LARIAC), and a geographic dataset of property/right-of way lines.The general work flow is as follows:Create line work based on digital orthophotography, working from the face‐of‐curb (FOC) inward to the property right-of-way (ROW)Build sidewalk, parkway, driveway, and curb polygons from the digitized line workPopulate all polygons with the adjacent property PIN and classify all featuresCreate Curb Ramp pointsWarnings: This dataset has been provided to allow easy access and a visual display of Sidewalk and related features (Parkways, Driveway, Curb Ramps and Curbs). Every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided; nevertheless, some information may not be accurate. The City of Los Angeles assumes no responsibility arising from use of this information. THE MAPS AND ASSOCIATED DATA ARE PROVIDED WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Other things to keep in mind about this dataset are listed below:Obscured Features – The existence of dense tree canopy or dark shadows in the aerial imagery tend to obscure or make it difficult to discern the extent of certain features, such as Driveways. In these cases, they may have been inferred from the path in the corresponding parcel. If a feature and approach was completely obscured, it was not digitized. In certain instances the coloring of the sidewalk and adjacent pavement rendered it impossible to identify the curb line or that a sidewalk existed. Therefore a sidewalk may or may not be shown where one actually may or may not exist.Context: The following links provide information on the policy context surrounding the creation of this dataset. It includes links to City of L.A. websites:Willits v. City of Los Angeles Class Action Lawsuit Settlementhttps://www.lamayor.org/willits-v-city-la-sidewalk-settlement-announcedSafe Sidewalks LA – program implemented to repair broken sidewalks in the City of L.A., partly in response to the above class action lawsuit settlementhttps://sidewalks.lacity.org/Data Source: Bureau of EngineeringNotes: Please be aware that this dataset is not actively being maintainedLast Updated: 5/20/20215/20/2021 - Added Calc_Width and Calc_Length fieldsRefresh Rate: One-time deliverable. Dataset not actively being maintained.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Works’ Vertical Control Network is composed of more than 1,700 miles (2,720 kilometers) of level runs and comprise nearly 9,000 benchmarks. The basic accuracy of the net is reflected by an indicated field probable error of ± 0.017 feet per mile (4 mm per kilometer) of leveling as determined from conditions of closure. However, because of varying degrees of subsidence and heaving, the true datum is recovered only by obtaining substantial agreement of a number of benchmarks.For each active benchmark, a point representation was created in GIS by locating them based on their description. Parcel data, mile markers, the County Address Management System (CAMS), LARIAC aerials, oblique photos, 2-foot contour lines and/or Google Street View were used in assisting with the location.The creation of the benchmarks in GIS greatly enhances the Vertical Control Network by adding visual context with respect to their representative geospatial locations. With a glance, geospatial patterns can be observed and out-of-place benchmarks can be quickly identified and remapped to the correct location after verification.To facilitate the adjustment, indexing and distribution of adjusted values in the network, the county territory was divided into 33 quads or areas. For identification purposes, each quad was given a name (for example, “Rosemead”, “La Mirada”, “Santa Fe”, and etc.). Index maps, county maps, and other information can be accessed and downloaded on the basis of each of the quads by going to Survey Division’s Benchmark Retrieval System (https://pw.lacounty.gov/sur/benchmark). General adjustments are carried out every 5 to 10 years and the provided elevation data is expected to remain sound during this period. When a quad is adjusted, new elevations will be published and the date of the readjustment will be noted. No historical data is provided, but it can be acquired from Survey Division’s Public Records Counter or via the fee based Optional Technical Research (OTR) program. For general questions, contact:Hector Chang626-458-7038hchang@dpw.lacounty.govFor survey-related questions, contact:Charles Springstun626-320-9896cspring@dpw.lacounty.govThe following resources can be used to obtain historical benchmark data:PUBLIC RECORDS COUNTER900 S. Fremont Ave, 4th FloorAlhambra, CA 918037:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mon – ThursPhone: (626) 458-5137OPTIONAL TECHNICAL RESEARCH (OTR)7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mon – ThursPhone: (626) 458-5131

The Department of Recreation and Parks' GIS map of park boundaries in the City of Los Angeles.

Tax rate area boundaries and related data based on changes filed with the Board of Equalization per Government Code 54900 for the specified assessment roll year. The data included in this map is maintained by the California State Board of Equalization and may differ slightly from the data published by other agencies. BOE_TRA layer = tax rate area boundaries and the assigned TRA number for the specified assessment roll year; BOE_Changes layer = boundary changes filed with the Board of Equalization for the specified assessment roll year; Data Table (C##_YYYY) = tax rate area numbers and related districts for the specified assessment roll year

These are the main layers that were used in the mapping and analysis for the Santa Monica Mountains Local Coastal Plan, which was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on August 26, 2014, and certified by the California Coastal Commission on October 10, 2014. Below are some links to important documents and web mapping applications, as well as a link to the actual GIS data:

Plan Website – This has links to the actual plan, maps, and a link to our online web mapping application known as SMMLCP-NET. Click here for website. Online Web Mapping Application – This is the online web mapping application that shows all the layers associated with the plan. These are the same layers that are available for download below. Click here for the web mapping application. GIS Layers – This is a link to the GIS layers in the form of an ArcGIS Map Package, click here (LINK TO FOLLOW SOON) for ArcGIS Map Package (version 10.3). Also, included are layers in shapefile format. Those are included below.

Below is a list of the GIS Layers provided (shapefile format):

Recreation (Zipped - 5 MB - click here)

Coastal Zone Campground Trails (2012 National Park Service) Backbone Trail Class III Bike Route – Existing Class III Bike Route – Proposed

Scenic Resources (Zipped - 3 MB - click here)

Significant Ridgeline State-Designated Scenic Highway State-Designated Scenic Highway 200-foot buffer Scenic Route Scenic Route 200-foot buffer Scenic Element

Biological Resources (Zipped - 45 MB - click here)

National Hydrography Dataset – Streams H2 Habitat (High Scrutiny) H1 Habitat H1 Habitat 100-foot buffer H1 Habitat Quiet Zone H2 Habitat H3 Habitat

Hazards (Zipped - 8 MB - click here)

FEMA Flood Zone (100-year flood plain) Liquefaction Zone (Earthquake-Induced Liquefaction Potential) Landslide Area (Earthquake-Induced Landslide Potential) Fire Hazard and Responsibility Area

Zoning and Land Use (Zipped - 13 MB - click here)

Malibu LCP – LUP (1986) Malibu LCP – Zoning (1986) Land Use Policy Zoning

Other Layers (Zipped - 38 MB - click here)

Coastal Commission Appeal Jurisdiction Community Names Santa Monica Mountains (SMM) Coastal Zone Boundary Pepperdine University Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) Rural Village

Contact the L.A. County Dept. of Regional Planning's GIS Section if you have questions. Send to our email.

Tax rate area boundaries and related data based on changes filed with the Board of Equalization per Government Code 54900 for the specified assessment roll year. The data included in this map is maintained by the California State Board of Equalization and may differ slightly from the data published by other agencies. BOE_TRA layer = tax rate area boundaries and the assigned TRA number for the specified assessment roll year; BOE_Changes layer = boundary changes filed with the Board of Equalization for the specified assessment roll year; Data Table (C##_YYYY) = tax rate area numbers and related districts for the specified assessment roll year

The Los Angeles County Storm Drain System shows drains, channels, catch basins, and debris basins in the County of Los Angeles using a web-based map viewer. It currently includes facilities owned and maintained by the Los Angeles County Flood Control District (District), the City of Los Angeles, and United States Army Corps of Engineers (Corps). Information on the facilities, such as date built, size, and material can be obtained by selecting them. The plans are also available for the Corps and District facilities.

This data set represents the extent, approximate location and type of estuaries, lakes, wetlands and deepwater habitats in Los Angeles County.

Countywide layer which divides the County of Los Angeles into 11 unique areas for planning purposes of the unincorporated areas. This layer is referred to as 'DRP Planning Areas.'The General Plan provides goals and policies to achieve countywide planning objectives for the unincorporated areas, and serves as the foundation for all community-based plans, such as area plans, community plans, and coastal land use plans. Area plans focus on land use and policy issues that are specific to the Planning Area. Community plans cover smaller geographic areas within the Planning Area, and address neighborhood and/or community-level policy issues. Coastal land use plans are components of local coastal programs, and regulate land use and establish policies to guide development in the coastal zone. Please refer to the Planning Areas Framework chapter in the General Plan here.UPDATED: 6/20/24 - following the adoption of the East San Gabriel Valley Area Plan, the boundary between this planning area and the West San Gabriel Valley was modified to include three new unincorporated communities (North Whittier, Pellissier Village, and South El Monte).NEED MORE FUNCTIONALITY? If you are looking for more layers or advanced tools and functionality, then try our suite of GIS Web Mapping Applications.

This layer represents current city boundaries within Los Angeles County. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works provides the most current shapefiles representing city boundaries and city annexations on the Los Angeles County GIS Data Portal. True, legal boundaries are only determined on the ground by surveyors licensed in the State of California. Numerous records are freely available at the Land Records Information website, hosted by the Department of Public Works.Principal attributes include:CITY_NAME: represents the city's name.CITY_TYPE: may be used for definition queries; "Unincorporated" or "City".FEAT_TYPE: identifies the feature that each polygon represents:Land - This value is used for polygons representing the land masses, if you want to see only land features on your map.Pier - This value is used for polygons representing piers along the coastline. One example is the Santa Monica Pier.Breakwater - This value is used for polygons representing man-made barriers that protect the harbors.Water - This value is used for polygons representing navigable waters inside the harbors and marinas.3NM Buffer - This value is used for polygons representing the three seaward nautical miles within the cities' limits, per the Submerged Lands Act.POPULATION: Information in this field is supplied by Mark Greninger (mgreninger@cio.lacounty.gov).Reference Date: 2021