Morgan Secondary Water Association dam
Morgan Secondary Water Association
The Morgan Secondary Water Association in Utah is a privately owned water resource that plays a crucial role in irrigation. With a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 24 feet, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 15.15 acre-feet for the surrounding area. Situated in Morgan County, this water source is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights, ensuring that it meets all necessary standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its hazard potential is considered significant. With a maximum discharge of 40 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 15 feet, this water resource is equipped to handle potential emergencies. The association has an inspection frequency of twice a year, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the dam's integrity and safety protocols. While no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently prepared, the association may need to consider developing one to meet guidelines and ensure that the community is prepared for any unforeseen events.
Overall, the Morgan Secondary Water Association serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the region, contributing to sustainable agriculture practices and water management. With a focus on regulatory compliance and safety measures, this earth dam has the capacity to support the surrounding area's water needs while also prioritizing the protection of the environment and public safety. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the association's role in managing and maintaining this essential infrastructure will be crucial for ensuring a resilient and sustainable water supply for future generations.
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.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Morgan Secondary Water Association -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Canyon Creek Near Morgan | 76 cfs | → |
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington | 9 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Gateway | 309 cfs | → |
| East Canyon Creek Ab East Cyn Res Nr Morgan | 26 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Echo | 285 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 193 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Morgan Secondary Water Association.
Boat launches
- Bountiful Lake
- County Road 1980 Morgan County
- Skullcrack Trail Weber County
- Jordan River Drive 1328, North Salt Lake
- Redwood Road Salt Lake City
- South 7500 West Hooper
Campgrounds
- Bountiful Peak Campground
- East Canyon State Park
- Anderson Cove Campground
- Magpie Campground
- Botts Campground
- Old Maple Campground
Fishing spots
- South Fork Ogden River
- Chalk Creek
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- Lake Desolation
- White Pine Lake
- Lake Florence
Track Morgan Secondary Water Association in the Snoflo app
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About Morgan Secondary Water Association
Where does the data for Morgan Secondary Water Association 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 Significant 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Morgan Secondary Water Association.