Center Creek No. 5 Reservoir Report

Reservoir Report

Utah

Nearby: Three Lakes Center Creek No. 3

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

5, located in Wasatch, Utah, is a privately owned irrigation dam completed in 1886 with a primary purpose of providing water for agricultural use. This offstream structure on Center Creek has a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, with a total length of 935 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 165 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 130 acre-feet to support the surrounding area's water needs.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Center Creek No. 5 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation and compliance with water resource management guidelines. The dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate any risks associated with its condition. Although the dam's current condition assessment is not rated, its last inspection in July 2019 indicates a thorough monitoring process to safeguard against potential failures.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the historical significance of Center Creek No. 5 as an essential piece of infrastructure supporting agricultural activities in the region. As part of the irrigation system in the area, this dam plays a crucial role in water management and distribution to sustain local farming operations. The dam's location on Center Creek, along with its modest storage capacity and well-maintained structure, underscores its importance in ensuring reliable water access for the community's agricultural needs.

Year Completed	1886
Dam Length	935
River Or Stream	CENTER CREEK - OFFSTREAM
Primary Dam Type	Earth
Hydraulic Height	14
Drainage Area	1
Nid Storage	165
Structural Height	19
Hazard Potential	Significant
Nid Height	19

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CENTER CREEK NO. 5

Reservoir Report • Water Levels • Weather Forecast

December 5, 2025

Year_Completed	1886
Dam_Length	935
River_Or_Stream	CENTER CREEK - OFFSTREAM
Primary_Dam_Type	Earth
Hydraulic_Height	14
Drainage_Area	1
Nid_Storage	165
Structural_Height	19
Hazard_Potential	Significant
Nid_Height	19

Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Provo River Near Woodland 45.5cfs	46cfs
Provo River Near Charleston 159.0cfs	159cfs
Daniels Creek At Charleston 0.0cfs	0cfs
Snake Creek Near Charleston 37.5cfs	38cfs
Provo River Near Hailstone 112.0cfs	112cfs
Provo River At River Road Bridge 131.0cfs	131cfs

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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.