Silver Leaf dam
Silver Leaf
Silver Leaf is a private irrigation dam located in Morgan, Utah, on the Bohman Wash. Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 53 feet and has a hydraulic height of 49 feet. With a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet, it serves the primary purpose of providing water for irrigation in the region. The dam is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the condition assessment of Silver Leaf is deemed fair. The dam has a history of meeting regulatory requirements and is equipped with emergency action plans to mitigate any potential risks. The surrounding area, including homes below the dam, is closely monitored for safety. The dam's last inspection was conducted in August 2020, with a regular inspection frequency of once per year.
Situated in a picturesque location with a rich history of providing water for agriculture, Silver Leaf is a vital resource for the community. Its efficient design and management by the Natural Resources Conservation Service have ensured its continued operation for over six decades. As climate change impacts water resources, Silver Leaf stands as a testament to responsible water management practices in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Silver Leaf -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Weber River At Gateway | 264 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 150 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Bl Pineview Res Near Huntsville | 177 cfs | → |
| South Fork Ogden River Near Huntsville | 76 cfs | → |
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington | 8 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Nr Gibson Avenue At Ogden | 250 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Silver Leaf.
Boat launches
- Skullcrack Trail Weber County
- Bountiful Lake
- County Road 1980 Morgan County
- South 7500 West Hooper
- South 7500 West Weber County
- Weber County
Campgrounds
- Anderson Cove Campground
- Old Maple Campground
- Maples Campground
- Magpie Campground
- Bountiful Peak Campground
- Middle Fork Dispersed Camping
Fishing spots
- South Fork Ogden River
- Chalk Creek
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- Lake Desolation
- White Pine Lake
- Lake Florence
Track Silver Leaf in the Snoflo app
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About Silver Leaf
Where does the data for Silver Leaf come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Silver Leaf.