North Utah County-Grove Creek Db Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The North Utah County-Grove Creek Dam, located in Pleasant Grove, Utah, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction along the Grove Creek river.


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Summary

Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 22.2 feet and a structural height of 27.2 feet, with a dam length of 1300 feet. With a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet and a drainage area of 6 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The last inspection in October 2020 deemed its condition satisfactory, with a high hazard potential due to its purpose and location. The dam's emergency action plan is up to date, and it meets regulatory guidelines, providing a sense of security for residents and stakeholders in the event of an emergency. With John R. Curtis as the local congressional representative overseeing the district, the North Utah County-Grove Creek Dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource and climate management in the region.

Overall, the North Utah County-Grove Creek Dam serves as a critical flood risk reduction structure in Pleasant Grove, Utah, providing essential protection for the community against potential inundation from the Grove Creek river. With its high hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, this dam exemplifies the ongoing efforts to manage water resources and climate-related challenges in the area. Supported by state regulatory agencies and regular inspections, the dam stands as a testament to effective infrastructure management and emergency preparedness in North Utah County.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

1300

River Or Stream

GROVE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

22.2

Drainage Area

6

Nid Storage

132

Structural Height

27.2

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

27
       
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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.