Snyder No. 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ducks Nest Dove Creek #1
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
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Summary
2 is a private-owned dam located in San Juan, Utah, with a primary purpose of irrigation. Completed in 1953, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 571 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet, providing vital water resources for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Snyder No. 2 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of yet. The last inspection was conducted in August 2016, with a scheduled frequency of every 5 years. With a drainage area of 7.7 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, Snyder No. 2 plays a crucial role in sustaining agricultural activities in the region.
With its location draining into Coal Bed Creek and serving as a vital source of water for irrigation, Snyder No. 2 stands as a significant infrastructure supporting water resources in Utah. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Snyder No. 2 are essential to ensure sustainable water management practices for future generations.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
571 |
River Or Stream |
COAL BED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
7.7 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Snyder No. 2