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Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #06 is a private dam located in KENNECOTT SMELTER, Utah, along the Kessler Canyon river or stream. Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the Salt Lake County. With a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, this earth dam spans 3200 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the condition of the Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #06 dam is currently not rated. The last inspection was conducted in August 2019, with a frequency of every three years. While there is no emergency action plan prepared for this dam, it is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Utah to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam's location and capacity make it a crucial infrastructure for managing flood risks in the area, contributing to the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
River_Or_Stream | KESSLER CANYON |
Dam_Length | 3200 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 13 |
Drainage_Area | 6 |
Nid_Storage | 71 |
Structural_Height | 15 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 15 |