Left Hand Fork Of Donkey Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Left Hand Fork of Donkey Creek is a privately owned dam located in Fruita, Utah, and regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights.


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Summary

Completed in 1923, this Earth-type dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a hydraulic height of 8 feet. The dam spans a length of 278 feet and is situated in a drainage area of 0.8 square miles, making it a vital resource for water management in the region.

Despite its age, the Left Hand Fork of Donkey Creek dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection was conducted in 2007, with a scheduled frequency of every 5 years. While emergency action preparedness and risk assessment details are not available, the dam continues to play a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the area. With its historical significance and ongoing importance for water resource management, this dam serves as an essential landmark for enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water resources and climate resilience.

Year Completed

1923

Dam Length

278

River Or Stream

LEFT FORK OF DONKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

0.8

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

13

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

13
       
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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.