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PROVO CITY - SLATE CANYON DB NO. 2

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Slate Canyon
March 31, 2025


34°F

Tonight

42°F

Tuesday

12mph

Windspeed

80%

Humidity

Provo City - Slate Canyon Db No. 2 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Utah, specifically in the Slate Canyon area of Provo. Completed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 38 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Slate Canyon river or stream. With a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding in the region.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Provo City - Slate Canyon Db No. 2 has a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential. The dam is regularly inspected and meets state regulations for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its last inspection took place in September 2020, with a frequency of every two years. Despite being categorized as high risk, the dam continues to effectively reduce flood risks in the area, demonstrating its importance in water resource management.

This dam is a key component in the flood risk reduction infrastructure of Provo, providing protection to the surrounding community from potential inundation. With its strategic location and design features, Provo City - Slate Canyon Db No. 2 stands as a critical structure in safeguarding against flooding events and ensuring the resilience of water resources in the region.

Year_Completed 1984
River_Or_Stream SLATE CANYON
Dam_Length 435
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Hydraulic_Height 21
Drainage_Area 5.9
Nid_Storage 47
Structural_Height 38
Hazard_Potential High
Nid_Height 38
       



       

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