Mantua Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mantua is a local government-owned structure in Box Elder, Utah, with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Completed in 1961, this earth dam on Big Creek has a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 29 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 10,450 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 7,560 acre-feet and a drainage area of 9 square miles.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Mantua is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition, according to the last inspection in May 2020. Although there are no associated structures or federal agency involvement, Mantua plays a crucial role in providing water for irrigation purposes in the region.

Located in the city of Mantua, this dam is situated in a picturesque setting, surrounded by natural beauty. With its important role in water resource management and climate resilience, Mantua serves as a vital infrastructure for supporting agricultural activities in the area. Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate change will find Mantua to be an intriguing case study of dam infrastructure in the state of Utah.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

11140

River Or Stream

BIG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

9

Nid Storage

10450

Structural Height

29

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

29
       
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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.