Farmland Reserve Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Farmland Reserve, INC.
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Summary
- Saleratus No. 2 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Woodruff, Utah, along the Saleratus Creek. Built in 1907, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet. With a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet, it primarily serves the purpose of irrigation for the surrounding agricultural lands in Rich County, Utah. Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safe operation and maintenance.
The Saleratus No. 2 dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The last inspection conducted on this dam was in June 2019, with a scheduled frequency of once every 5 years. While emergency action plans and risk assessments are not specified for this structure, it meets the state's regulatory requirements and operates within established guidelines. The nearby Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers does not have any involvement in the management or funding of this dam, indicating its sole private ownership and operation for irrigation purposes.
In summary, Farmland Reserve, INC. - Saleratus No. 2 is a historic irrigation dam in Utah that plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition and is regularly inspected by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. With a focus on water resource management and climate resilience, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for sustainable water usage and agriculture in Rich County, Utah.
Year Completed |
1907 |
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
SALERATUS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
8.4 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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