Blue Springs, located in Zion National Park in Utah, is a privately owned recreational dam that was completed in 1957.
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The dam, primarily used for recreation purposes, stands at a structural height of 31 feet and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet. It impounds Blue Springs Creek-Bear Creek, providing a maximum storage capacity of 465 acre-feet of water and a normal storage capacity of 275 acre-feet.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Blue Springs is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam has a significant hazard potential and is inspected every two years, with its last inspection conducted in June 2019. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are not specified in the available data. Overall, Blue Springs serves as a vital recreational resource in the picturesque setting of Zion National Park, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and environmental conservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
326 |
River Or Stream |
BLUE SPRINGS CREEK-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
465 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
31 |
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Lava Point Campground
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Lava Point Site 2
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Lava Point Site 1
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Lava Point Campgound
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Lava Point - Zion National Park
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