Hobbs dam
Hobbs
Hobbs, located in Layton, Utah, is a privately owned dam on the North Fork Kays Creek that has been serving the purpose of irrigation since its completion in 1924. Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 80 feet and a structural height of 90 feet, with a total length of 430 feet. With a storage capacity of 1580 acre-feet, Hobbs plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural purposes in the region.
Despite its age, Hobbs is still in fair condition according to the latest assessment, with a high hazard potential due to its location in a densely populated area. The dam has a history of regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2020, and is subject to state regulation, permitting, and enforcement. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region, safeguarding against potential risks and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community.
As a vital part of the water infrastructure in Davis County, Utah, Hobbs serves as a reminder of the importance of effective dam management and oversight. With its substantial storage capacity and role in irrigation, the dam continues to contribute to the sustainable use of water resources in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of Hobbs in maintaining water supply reliability and supporting agricultural activities in the region, while also recognizing the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
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 Hobbs -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 150 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Gateway | 264 cfs | → |
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington | 8 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Ogden | 118 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Nr Gibson Avenue At Ogden | 250 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Bl Pineview Res Near Huntsville | 177 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hobbs.
Boat launches
- Bountiful Lake
- South 7500 West Hooper
- South 7500 West Weber County
- Weber County
- Jordan River Drive 1328, North Salt Lake
Campgrounds
- Old Maple Campground
- Maples Campground
- Bountiful Peak Campground
- Anderson Cove Campground
- Middle Fork Dispersed Camping
- Magpie Campground
Fishing spots
- South Fork Ogden River
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- Lake Desolation
- Chalk Creek
- Lake Florence
- Lake Lillian
Track Hobbs 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 Hobbs
Where does the data for Hobbs 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 High 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 Hobbs.