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Montes Creek is a privately-owned irrigation structure located in Uintah County, Utah. Constructed in 1937, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 48 feet and has a hydraulic height of 43 feet, providing storage capacity of 1,745 acre-feet for the surrounding area. The dam regulates Montes Creek, a vital water source for agricultural purposes in the region, with a maximum discharge capacity of 206 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Montes Creek Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed as being in fair condition. With its primary purpose being irrigation, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting local agriculture and water resource management efforts. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Montes Creek represents a significant infrastructure contributing to sustainable water usage and management in the region.
Year_Completed | 1937 |
River_Or_Stream | MONTES CREEK |
Dam_Length | 2400 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 43 |
Drainage_Area | 7 |
Nid_Storage | 1745 |
Structural_Height | 48 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 48 |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR TABIONA | 87cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER AT MYTON | 157cfs |
DUCHESNE R AB UINTA R NEAR RANDLETT | 149cfs |
UINTA RIVER AT RANDLETT | 15cfs |
GREEN RIVER NEAR JENSEN | 2950cfs |
PRICE RIVER AT WOODSIDE | 146cfs |
DESERT SEEP WASH NEAR WELLINGTON | 2cfs |