Ivins Red Mountain - 5 is a privately owned flood risk reduction structure located in Ivins, Utah.
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Designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 10.3 feet with a hydraulic height of 9.3 feet. Completed in 1977, it serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a normal storage capacity of 20.2 acre-feet.
Situated in Washington County, Utah, the Ivins Red Mountain - 5 dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, with a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of August 2019. With a drainage area of 0.04 square miles and a maximum storage capacity of 12.3 acre-feet, this structure is an essential part of the local water resource management system. While it has not been modified in recent years, regular inspections ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and inspected biennially, Ivins Red Mountain - 5 is a key component of the flood control infrastructure in the region. With its strategic location and impressive storage capacity, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will appreciate the vital role that structures like Ivins Red Mountain - 5 play in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1215 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
9.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
20.2 |
Structural Height |
10.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
10 |
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