Ivins Red Mountain - 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ivins Red Mountain - 1 is a privately owned dam located in Ivins, Utah, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights.


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Summary

Completed in 1977, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a hydraulic height of 20.4 feet and a structural height of 22.4 feet. The dam has a NID storage capacity of 29.1 acre-feet, providing vital protection to the surrounding area.

With a high hazard potential, Ivins Red Mountain - 1 has been assessed as satisfactory in condition, with the last inspection conducted in October 2019. The dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region, with a drainage area of 0.13 square miles. As a key component of water resource management in Washington County, Utah, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of infrastructure in addressing climate-related challenges.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the details of Ivins Red Mountain - 1 sheds light on the critical role that dams play in safeguarding communities from natural disasters. With its solid construction and satisfactory condition, this dam exemplifies the careful planning and regulation needed to address the impacts of climate change on water resources. The ongoing monitoring and maintenance of Ivins Red Mountain - 1 ensure that it continues to fulfill its vital function in protecting lives and properties from flooding events in the region.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

940

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

20.4

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

29.1

Structural Height

22.4

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.