Oaks Park Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Oaks Park is a private water resource located in Uintah, Utah, regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights.


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Summary

This irrigation dam on Big Brush Creek was completed in 1938 and stands at a hydraulic height of 50 feet, with a structural height of 56 feet and a length of 1108 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 9080 acre-feet, providing water for agricultural purposes in the region.

The dam at Oaks Park is essential for managing water resources in the area, with a high hazard potential but assessed to be in fair condition as of 2014. Inspections are carried out regularly to ensure its safety and reliability for irrigation purposes. While the dam drains to Gre, it plays a crucial role in water management for the surrounding drainage area of 11.9 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 230 cfs.

Water and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water resource management and infrastructure maintenance would find Oaks Park to be a fascinating case study. The dam's history, design, and operational details provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with maintaining essential water resources in a changing climate. As a regulated structure with state oversight, Oaks Park exemplifies the importance of effective governance in ensuring the sustainable use of water for irrigation and agricultural activities in the region.

Year Completed

1938

Dam Length

1108

River Or Stream

BIG BRUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

50

Drainage Area

11.9

Nid Storage

9080

Structural Height

56

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

56
       
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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.