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Twin Pots is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Altonah, Duchesne County, Utah. Built in 1931, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 35 feet and a structural height of 38 feet, with a length of 515 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 4600 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 4050 acre-feet, serving the primary purpose of irrigation. The reservoir is situated on the West Fork Lake Creek-offstream and is under the jurisdiction of the Utah Division of Water Rights.
Despite its age, Twin Pots remains in fair condition with a high hazard potential, prompting regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 46 cubic feet per second and is equipped with an unspecified spillway type. While the dam has not undergone any significant modifications over the years, it is subject to an annual inspection frequency to assess its ongoing performance. Twin Pots poses a risk of inundation, and its emergency action plan status and risk management measures have yet to be fully documented.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area can appreciate Twin Pots for its historical significance in irrigation infrastructure and its role in managing water resources in the region. The dam's location in the picturesque surroundings of Altonah adds to its appeal, while its high hazard potential underscores the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to mitigate potential risks. Twin Pots stands as a testament to the engineering ingenuity of its time and serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in sustaining agricultural activities in the Duchesne County area.
Year_Completed | 1931 |
River_Or_Stream | WEST FK LAKE CREEK-OFFSTREAM |
Dam_Length | 515 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 35 |
Drainage_Area | 1 |
Nid_Storage | 4600 |
Structural_Height | 38 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 38 |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR TABIONA | 87cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER AT MYTON | 157cfs |
UINTA RIVER AT RANDLETT | 15cfs |
DUCHESNE R AB UINTA R NEAR RANDLETT | 149cfs |
STRAWBERRY RIVER NEAR DUCHESNE | 89cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR RANDLETT | 157cfs |
CURRANT CREEK NEAR FRUITLAND | 32cfs |