Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower dam
Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower
Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower, located in Davis County, Utah, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Completed in 1960, this Earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 14.5 acre-feet. The reservoir is part of the Weber Basin Project, serving as a critical component in the region's water supply system.
With a controlled spillway and a high hazard potential, the reservoir plays a vital role in flood control and water management along the Os Davis-Weber Aqueduct. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Available," highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. In the event of an emergency, an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) has been prepared, ensuring that necessary protocols are in place to mitigate risks and protect nearby communities.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower serves as a fascinating example of infrastructure essential for balancing water supply and demand in arid regions. Its history, design, and purpose underscore the intricate interplay between human intervention and natural systems, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower.
Boat launches
- Bountiful Lake
- Jordan River Drive 1328, North Salt Lake
- Redwood Road Salt Lake City
- Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway Magna
- Oquirrh Lake Boat Ramp
- South 7500 West Hooper
Campgrounds
- Bountiful Peak Campground
- Camp Kostopulos
- East Canyon State Park
- Jordan Pines Group Campground
- Spruces Campground
- Spruces
Fishing spots
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- Lake Desolation
- Lake Florence
- Lake Lillian
- White Pine Lake
- Lake Solitude
Track Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower in the Snoflo app
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About Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower
Where does the data for Weber Basin Equalizing Reservoir 18 Lower come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
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