Sandy City - Storm Mountain Db Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Sandy City - Storm Mountain Db is a flood risk reduction structure located in Salt Lake, Utah.


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Summary

This local government-owned dam was completed in 1990 and stands at a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a structural height of 9 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 14 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Sandy City - Storm Mountain Db is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition. The last inspection in October 2019 revealed that the structure meets regulatory guidelines, but there is no available information on the existence of an emergency action plan or inundation maps.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sandy City - Storm Mountain Db serves as a key infrastructure for flood risk management in the region. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall resilience of the area against potential water-related disasters. As efforts continue to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this dam, it remains a critical asset in safeguarding the community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1990

Dam Length

740

River Or Stream

NONE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

8

Nid Storage

19

Structural Height

9

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

9
       
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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.