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Spirit Lake in Daggett County, Utah is a privately owned reservoir regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights. Built in 1934 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 18 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 14 feet. With a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet, the lake primarily serves irrigation purposes for the surrounding area.
Located in the Middle Fork drainage area, Spirit Lake is a crucial water resource for the community, storing up to 350 acre-feet of water for agricultural use. The dam, managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, has a significant hazard potential and undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the lake remains a vital asset for water management in the region.
With a spillway width and outlet gates not specified, Spirit Lake poses a significant risk in case of emergencies. Despite lacking certain risk assessment details, the reservoir plays a key role in water distribution and conservation efforts. As a focal point for irrigation activities, Spirit Lake stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in Utah's diverse climate landscape.
Year_Completed | 1934 |
River_Or_Stream | MIDDLE FORK |
Dam_Length | 320 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 14 |
Drainage_Area | 1 |
Nid_Storage | 550 |
Structural_Height | 18 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 18 |
DUCHESNE RIVER AT MYTON | 157cfs |
DUCHESNE R AB UINTA R NEAR RANDLETT | 149cfs |
STRAWBERRY RIVER NEAR DUCHESNE | 89cfs |
UINTA RIVER AT RANDLETT | 15cfs |
GREEN RIVER NEAR GREEN RIVER | 939cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR TABIONA | 87cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR RANDLETT | 157cfs |