Lindsay (Bennett) Lower Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lindsay (Bennett) Lower is a privately owned dam located in Heber, Utah, on Lake Creek - offstream.


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Summary

Built in 1902 for irrigation purposes, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 29 feet with a structural height of 32 feet and a length of 210 feet. With a storage capacity of 245 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Utah Division of Water Rights and is subject to regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

Despite its age, Lindsay (Bennett) Lower maintains a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential due to its location and purpose. The dam's last inspection in October 2020 revealed it meets guidelines for emergency action plans, although further risk assessments and management measures are yet to be assigned. Owned and operated by a private entity, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water storage and distribution in Wasatch County, highlighting the significance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight in safeguarding our water resources and mitigating potential risks associated with aging infrastructure.

Year Completed

1902

Dam Length

210

River Or Stream

LAKE CREEK - OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

245

Structural Height

32

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

32
       
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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.