Miller Creek dam
Miller Creek
Miller Creek, located in Carbon County, Utah, is a private irrigation structure regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights. Constructed in 1931, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet. With a storage capacity of 137 acre-feet, Miller Creek serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. This low-hazard dam has a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and is inspected every five years to ensure its safety and functionality.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Miller Creek plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Its presence supports agricultural activities and contributes to the sustainability of the local ecosystem. Despite its age, this dam continues to provide essential water storage and distribution services, showcasing the importance of proper infrastructure for water management in arid regions like Utah.
As a vital component of the water infrastructure in Carbon County, Miller Creek represents a blend of historical significance and modern functionality. With its regulated status and regular inspections, this irrigation structure exemplifies the balance between human intervention and natural resource utilization. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Miller Creek offers a unique case study in the intersection of man-made structures, water rights regulations, and environmental stewardship in the arid landscapes of 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 Miller Creek -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Seep Wash Near Wellington | 2 cfs | → |
| Mud Creek Bl Winter Quarters Canyon At Scofield | 8 cfs | → |
| Fairview Tunnel Near Fairview | 3 cfs | → |
| Fish Creek Above Reservoir | 9 cfs | → |
| White River Bl Tabbyune C Near Soldier Summit | 4 cfs | → |
| Ephraim Tunnel Near Ephraim | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Miller Creek.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Nuck Woodward Road Trailhead
- Huntington State Park
- Lower Little Bear Campground
- River Bend Campground
- Bear Creek
- Little Bear Group Campground
Track Miller Creek 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 Miller Creek
Where does the data for Miller Creek 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 Miller Creek.