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North Utah County - Tibble Fork is a vital water resource located in American Fork, Utah, managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS. This dam, completed in 1966, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights. With a height of 49.5 feet and a normal storage capacity of 380 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in water management in the region.
The dam on the North Fork of the American Fork River has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed as satisfactory. It underwent its last inspection in August 2020 and is subject to regular state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a drainage area of 35 square miles and a maximum discharge of 117 cubic feet per second, Tibble Fork reservoir provides essential water storage for agricultural and environmental needs in the area.
Despite its age, North Utah County - Tibble Fork continues to play a key role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. With its significant storage capacity and regulatory oversight, it ensures a reliable water supply for irrigation while also addressing the potential risks associated with its high hazard potential. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a critical infrastructure for sustainable water management in Utah County.
Year_Completed | 1966 |
River_Or_Stream | NO FK OF AMERICAN FORK RIVER |
Dam_Length | 520 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 40 |
Drainage_Area | 35 |
Nid_Storage | 610 |
Structural_Height | 49.5 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 50 |
FISH CREEK ABOVE RESERVOIR | 8cfs |
SPANISH FORK AT CASTILLA | 138cfs |
SALT CRK BLW NEPHI POWERPLANT DIV | 12cfs |
CURRANT CREEK NEAR MONA | 22cfs |
SALT CREEK AT NEPHI | 13cfs |
DIAMOND FORK ABOVE RED HOLLOW | 50cfs |