Warm Springs Reservoir Report
Last Updated: April 1, 2026
Warm Springs is a private water supply dam located in Box Elder, Utah, along Marble Canyon Creek.
Summary
Built in 1880, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet. With a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.9 square miles, Warm Springs serves as a vital source of water for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Warm Springs is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safe operation. Despite being rated as having low hazard potential and not yet assessed for condition, the dam has undergone inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in June 2017. While emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan and risk assessment are currently not in place, the dam continues to provide essential water supply services to the region.
Located in a remote area with no designated city, Warm Springs contributes to the water resources of the region and is crucial for supporting various activities. With its historical significance dating back to the late 19th century, the dam represents a key piece of infrastructure that plays a vital role in water management and supply in Box Elder, Utah. As climate change impacts water availability and quality, the importance of maintaining and managing dams like Warm Springs becomes increasingly crucial for ensuring sustainable water resource management in the region.
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Year Completed |
1880 |
Dam Length |
1770 |
River Or Stream |
MARBLE CANYON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Warm Springs