Utah County - Hobble Creek Debris Basin Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Utah County - Hobble Creek Debris Basin, located in Springville, Utah, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the Hobble Creek river.


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Summary

Completed in 1985, this local government-owned earth dam stands at a structural height of 42 feet and a hydraulic height of 35 feet, with a total length of 570 feet. With a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet, the basin plays a vital role in mitigating potential hazards and protecting the surrounding area from the impacts of flooding.

Managed and regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights, the Hobble Creek Debris Basin is inspected annually to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the basin's condition is assessed as fair, indicating that it is currently operating within acceptable parameters. With a drainage area of 109 square miles, the basin plays a key role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the region.

As a critical component in the flood risk reduction infrastructure of Utah County, the Hobble Creek Debris Basin stands as a testament to the proactive measures taken to safeguard communities and natural resources from the impacts of extreme weather events. By adhering to state regulations and undergoing regular inspections, this structure helps to maintain the safety and resilience of the area, ensuring that it can effectively respond to and mitigate flood risks now and in the future.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

570

River Or Stream

HOBBLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

109

Nid Storage

230

Structural Height

42

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

42
       
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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.