Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger is commending the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for their continued commitment and impressive progress in debris removal efforts following the Eaton Fire.
With more than 1.1 million tons of debris cleared to date—roughly the volume of eight Dodger Stadiums—the work reflects a coordinated and well-executed response to one of the region’s most significant fire recovery missions.
“I wholeheartedly thank the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for their dedication to safely and swiftly clearing debris from our communities,” said Supervisor Kathryn Barger. “Their work is helping restore neighborhoods impacted by the Eaton Fire and creating a pathway for families and the community at large to begin rebuilding and healing. I’m impressed by the scale and speed of their efforts and appreciate our ongoing partnership.”
USACE Crews Hard At Work
USACE now has deployed 115 debris removal crews in the Eaton Fire area, maintaining a steady pace of clearing an average of 65 properties per day. Since the operation began, they have received 5,665 Right of Entry forms from Los Angeles County and have successfully cleared debris from over 4,450 properties, representing approximately 79% of eligible sites.
Final sign-off has been completed and returned to the County for 2,566 of those properties—about 45% of the total.
USACE continues to work in close coordination with Los Angeles County, holding weekly meetings to align debris removal efforts with road work and utility restoration. This integrated approach allows for efficient completion of multiple phases of recovery at once, while managing the movement of over 2,600 debris truckloads per day.
Debris Removal Reaches Non-Profits, Private Organizations, Parks
This week, several private and non-profit properties have been added to the USACE’s cleanup mission, including the Lifeline Church, Pasadena Temple, Pasadena Church of Christ, Pasadena Waldorf School, and The Bunny Museum.
Work is also underway at key local parks. Cleanup operations are currently in progress at Farnsworth Park and the Eaton County Nature Center. Debris removal at Charles White Park has also been completed.
“I’m thrilled the Corps’ expert debris removal support has been extended to these organizations and sites,” stated Supervisor Barger. “The Corps’ formidable commitment to supporting both residential and community-serving institutions is a lifeline that will never be forgotten.”