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Dmad is a privately owned dam located in Millard, Utah, along the Sevier River. Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 37 feet and serves primarily for irrigation purposes. With a maximum storage capacity of 21,887 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 7,735 acre-feet, Dmad plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Dmad is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in 2007. The dam has a history of modifications, but specific details on these alterations are not available in the data.
Situated in a strategic location in Delta, Utah, Dmad not only provides vital irrigation water for agricultural activities but also contributes to flood control and water storage in the region. With its long history of service and ongoing state oversight, Dmad remains a key infrastructure for water management in Millard County.
Year_Completed | 1959 |
River_Or_Stream | SEVIER RIVER |
Dam_Length | 1200 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 27 |
Drainage_Area | 7270 |
Nid_Storage | 21887 |
Structural_Height | 37 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 37 |
SEVIER RIVER BLW SAN PITCH RIVER | 70cfs |
CLEAR CREEK ABOVE DIVERSIONS | 23cfs |
SEVIER RIVER NEAR LYNNDYL | 12cfs |
SALT CREEK AT NEPHI | 13cfs |
FAUST CREEK NEAR VERNON | 0cfs |
VERNON CREEK NEAR VERNON | 2cfs |
SEVIER RIVER NEAR JUAB | 0cfs |