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Miller Flat is a private irrigation dam located in Emery, Utah, along the Miller Flat Creek. This earth dam was completed in 1949 and stands at a height of 73 feet, with a hydraulic height of 68 feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation, providing a storage capacity of 6,393 acre-feet and a normal storage of 5,560 acre-feet. The dam has a drainage area of 9 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 280 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Miller Flat dam is considered to have a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition. It undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2020. The dam is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state agency, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. This crucial infrastructure plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities in the region, highlighting the intersection of water resources and climate management in sustaining local communities.
With its picturesque location in the Huntington city area and its vital role in providing irrigation water, Miller Flat dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. The dam's history, design, and operational characteristics make it a fascinating subject for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the complexities of water infrastructure and its impact on local ecosystems and communities.
Year_Completed | 1949 |
River_Or_Stream | MILLER FLAT CREEK |
Dam_Length | 835 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 68 |
Drainage_Area | 9 |
Nid_Storage | 6393 |
Structural_Height | 73 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 73 |