North Utah County - Dry Creek dam
North Utah County - Dry Creek
North Utah County - Dry Creek is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Lehi, Utah. Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 37 feet high and spans 721 feet in length, with a hydraulic height of 22 feet. Its primary purpose is to mitigate flood risks in the area, serving as a crucial asset in protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, North Utah County - Dry Creek is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness. With a storage capacity of 226 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 40 square miles, this dam plays a significant role in safeguarding the surrounding environment and residents from hazardous flooding events. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam continues to be a reliable defense mechanism against potential water-related emergencies.
With a history of regular inspections and maintenance, North Utah County - Dry Creek remains a key feature in the local water resource management infrastructure. The dam's strategic location and design contribute to its effectiveness in flood risk reduction, making it a critical asset for the community and climate enthusiasts alike. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like North Utah County - Dry Creek play a crucial role in adapting to and mitigating the effects of extreme weather events in the region.
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 North Utah County - Dry Creek -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| American Fk Ab Upper Powerplant Nr American Fk | 51 cfs | → |
| Provo River At Provo | 242 cfs | → |
| West Canyon Creek Near Cedar Fort | 0 cfs | → |
| Little Cottonwood Creek @ Jordan River Nr Slc | 72 cfs | → |
| Daniels Creek At Charleston | · | → |
| Snake Creek Near Charleston | 23 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near North Utah County - Dry Creek.
Boat launches
- North Vineyard Road 4888, Vineyard
- Oquirrh Lake Boat Ramp
- Campground Road Provo
- State Route 314 Wasatch County
- I 15 Provo
- Utah County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Eastern Boundary Of National Monument To Western Boundary Of National Monument
- Confluence Below Timpooneke To Mt Timpanogos Wilderness Boundary
- Mt Timpanogos Wilderenss Boundary To Scout Falls
- Tibble Res Down
- Source To Murray City Diversion
- Headwater Spring In Sec 8 To Mt Timpanogos Wilderness Boundary
Track North Utah County - Dry Creek in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About North Utah County - Dry Creek
Where does the data for North Utah County - Dry Creek 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 North Utah County - Dry Creek.