The dam on Red Creek, completed in 1960, serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a hydraulic height of 100 feet and a structural height of 107 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 6,565 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 5,720 acre-feet, providing water for agricultural needs in the region.
Located in Fruitland, Utah, the Red Creek dam poses a high hazard potential but has been assessed as satisfactory in condition as of November 2015. The dam's spillway width is 20 feet, and it has a drainage area of 22 square miles. The last inspection took place in October 2020, with a regular inspection frequency of once per year. With the dam's vital role in providing irrigation water, its structural integrity and maintenance are crucial for sustainable water resource management in the Duchesne area, making it a significant site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1750 |
River Or Stream |
RED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
100 |
Drainage Area |
22 |
Nid Storage |
6565 |
Structural Height |
107 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
107 |
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Boot Lake Recreation Area
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Boot Lake Campground
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Boot Lake
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Bagley Rapids Campground
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Bagley Rapids
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Fischer Memorial County Park
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