Heiners Creek dam
Heiners Creek
Heiners Creek, located in Summit, Utah, is a privately owned dam managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights for irrigation purposes. Built in 1974, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24 feet, providing a storage capacity of 725 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 18 square miles, Heiners Creek plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the condition assessment of Heiners Creek is currently not rated. Regular inspections, with a frequency of every two years, ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The last inspection was conducted in July 2020. While an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is not currently in place, the dam meets regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement by state agencies, indicating a commitment to proper management and maintenance practices.
With its location in the picturesque city of Echo, Heiners Creek offers a fascinating study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The presence of this dam not only supports irrigation activities but also highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climatic conditions. The data provided showcases the vital role that Heiners Creek plays in the local water infrastructure, making it a significant asset in the region's water resource management efforts.
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 Heiners Creek -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lost Creek Near Croyden | 48 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Echo | 275 cfs | → |
| Chalk Creek At Coalville | 49 cfs | → |
| Weber River Near Coalville | 177 cfs | → |
| East Canyon Creek Near Morgan | 76 cfs | → |
| East Canyon Creek Ab East Cyn Res Nr Morgan | 20 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Heiners Creek.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- East Canyon State Park
- Old Church Campground
- Cedar Point Boat-In Campground
- Cedar Point Campground
- Rockport State Park
- Lariat Loop Group Site
Fishing spots
Track Heiners 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 Heiners Creek
Where does the data for Heiners 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 Significant 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 Heiners Creek.