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RED PINE

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Red Pine Fk Little Cottonwood
March 31, 2025


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Red Pine is a privately owned dam located in Salt Lake, Utah, with a primary purpose of irrigation. Completed in 1929, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a hydraulic height of 19 feet, holding a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated on the Red Pine Fork of the Little Cottonwood River, this dam is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights and undergoes regular inspections, although its condition has been assessed as poor with a high hazard potential.

Despite its age and condition, Red Pine remains a critical water resource infrastructure in the region, serving agricultural irrigation needs in the area. The dam has a history of modifications and maintenance, with a last inspection date in July 2020 and a designated inspection frequency of once per year. With its significant storage capacity and location in a high-risk area, the dam's risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures are essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of its operations.

As a key component of the local water management system, Red Pine plays a vital role in the distribution of water resources in the region, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring, maintenance, and risk management strategies. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, the dam serves as a critical piece of infrastructure for sustaining agricultural activities and water supply reliability in the Salt Lake, Utah area.

Year_Completed 1929
River_Or_Stream RED PINE FK LITTLE COTTONWOOD
Dam_Length 242
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Hydraulic_Height 19
Drainage_Area 1
Nid_Storage 100
Structural_Height 20
Hazard_Potential High
Nid_Height 20
       



       

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