Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge dam
Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge
Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge, located in Daggett County, Utah, is a Federal-owned site that plays a crucial role in water resource management and conservation efforts. The refuge is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights and is equipped with state-of-the-art inspection and enforcement mechanisms to ensure the sustainable use of its water sources. With its primary purpose being "Other", the refuge serves as a vital offstream water resource for the Green River, providing a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 400 acre-feet.
The dam at Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge is an Earth type structure with a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a total structural height of 11 feet. This low-hazard potential dam spans 6450 feet and has a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet, aiding in the management of water resources in the region. While the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated", the refuge's emergency preparedness and risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
With its strategic location and important role in water resource management, Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge stands as a beacon for climate enthusiasts and water conservation advocates alike. The refuge's commitment to sustainable water use, coupled with its low-hazard potential and effective regulatory oversight, make it a key player in maintaining the ecological balance of the Green River and surrounding areas in Utah.
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 Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Green River Near Greendale | 1,530 cfs | → |
| Big Brush Creek Abv Red Fleet Res | 17 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Near Manila | 58 cfs | → |
| Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut | 4 cfs | → |
| Ashley Creek Near Vernal | 93 cfs | → |
| Green River Near Jensen | 5,090 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge.
Boat launches
- Pond Canal Road Daggett County
- Bridgeport Boat Ramp
- Little Swallow Overlook Daggett County
- Indian Crossing Boat Ramp
- Swallow Canyon Boat Ramp
- Swallow Canyon Road Daggett County
Campgrounds
- Airstrip Campsite
- Elm Grove Campsite
- Roadside Campsite
- Riverside Campsite
- Big Tree Camp
- Lone Tree Campsite And Boat Ramp
Fishing spots
- Crouse Reservoir
- Green River Below Flaming Gorge Dam
- Cart Creek
- West Greens Lake Fishing Site
- Box Reservoir
- Red Fleet Reservoir
Paddle runs
Track Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge
Where does the data for Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge 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 Low 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 Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge.