South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris is a critical infrastructure owned by the local government of South Ogden, Utah, designed for flood risk reduction along the Burch Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam, completed in 1985, stands at a hydraulic height of 41 feet and a structural height of 56 feet, with a length of 330 feet. It has a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet and serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events, with a maximum discharge capability of 348 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state. While it has a high hazard potential, its current condition is assessed as fair, with regular inspections carried out every two years. The dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding the community of South Ogden and the surrounding Weber County. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience will find this structure an intriguing example of local government efforts to manage water resources and protect against natural disasters.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

330

River Or Stream

BURCH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

41

Drainage Area

4

Nid Storage

122

Structural Height

56

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

56
       
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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. 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

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, 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.