Box Lake (Payson City) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Box Lake in Payson City, Utah, is a vital water resource managed by the local government for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Situated along the East Fork Jones Ranch Creek, this earth dam structure was completed in 1987 and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet, with a structural height reaching 22 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 160 acre-feet, serving as a critical water source for the surrounding area.

Despite its importance, Box Lake poses a high hazard potential, although its current condition is assessed as fair. Regular inspections by the Utah Division of Water Rights ensure the dam's safety and enforcement of regulations, highlighting the proactive approach towards maintaining water infrastructure in the region. The dam's last inspection was conducted in July 2020, with a scheduled frequency of one inspection per year to address any potential risks or issues.

As a key component of the local water management system, Box Lake plays a crucial role in sustaining agricultural activities and water supply in the area. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam contributes to the overall resilience of the region's water resources in the face of climate variability and increasing water demands. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts underscore the commitment to safeguarding this essential water infrastructure for the benefit of the community and the environment.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

480

River Or Stream

E.FK JONES RANCH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

300

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

22
       
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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.