Crouse Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crouse is a state-regulated dam located in Uintah, Utah, with a significant hazard potential.


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Summary

Built in 1909, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 29.5 feet, with a length of 1005 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1516 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of storing water from Pot Creek for various uses in the region.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Crouse is equipped with state-permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and no emergency action plan has been prepared as of the last update in 2019. With its location near Green River and the oversight of state regulatory agencies, Crouse plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area and is a valuable asset for stakeholders interested in climate resilience and sustainable water use.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Crouse represents a historic piece of infrastructure that continues to contribute to water storage and management in Utah. Its association with Pot Creek and the significant hazard potential highlight the importance of monitoring and maintaining dams for safety and long-term sustainability. As efforts to address climate change intensify, understanding the role of structures like Crouse becomes essential in ensuring the resilience of water resources in the face of evolving environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1909

Dam Length

1005

River Or Stream

POT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

21

Drainage Area

30

Nid Storage

1516

Structural Height

29.5

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.