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KENNECOTT SMELTER KESSLER CNYN #10

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Kessler Canyon
March 31, 2025


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Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #10 is a privately owned dam located in Kessler Canyon, Utah, built in 1937 for flood risk reduction. The dam stands at 45 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 36 feet and a length of 1740 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 295 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood risk reduction.

Situated in Salt Lake County, Utah, the Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #10 dam holds significant hazard potential and is categorized as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Although the risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps are not explicitly mentioned in the data, the dam has been inspected as recently as August 2019, with an inspection frequency of every 3 years. The dam's location near the Sacramento District and its association with the Kessler Canyon river/stream make it a crucial structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study for sustainable management of water resources and flood risk mitigation efforts.

As a key component in flood risk reduction in the region, Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #10 plays a crucial role in water management and climate resilience efforts. Its design as an earth dam and its history of completion in 1937 highlight its long-standing contribution to the protection of communities and infrastructure from potential flooding events. With its regulated status, regular inspections, and significant hazard potential, this dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand and promote sustainable water management practices in the area.

Year_Completed 1937
River_Or_Stream KESSLER CANYON
Dam_Length 1740
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Hydraulic_Height 36
Drainage_Area 2
Nid_Storage 295
Structural_Height 45
Hazard_Potential Significant
Nid_Height 45
       



       

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