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Salt Lake County 17th & 17 (92-57-74md) is a private dam located in Salt Lake, Utah, specifically in the city of SALT LAKE. Constructed in 1992, this earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 32 feet and has a length of 100 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction along the EMIGRATION CREEK, with a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet and a drainage area of 59 square miles.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for mitigating flood risks in the area. Despite not having a detailed risk assessment or emergency action plan in place, the dam remains a vital component in the local water resource management strategy.
As an essential part of the flood control system in Salt Lake County, the 17th & 17 dam plays a significant role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flood events. With its strategic location and design, this dam exemplifies the importance of proper water resource management and infrastructure maintenance in ensuring the safety and sustainability of the region's water supply and climate resilience efforts.
Year_Completed | 1992 |
River_Or_Stream | EMIGRATION CREEK |
Dam_Length | 100 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 59 |
Nid_Storage | 37 |
Structural_Height | 32 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 32 |
SALT CREEK AT NEPHI | 13cfs |
DIAMOND FORK ABOVE RED HOLLOW | 50cfs |
SPANISH FORK AT CASTILLA | 138cfs |
SALT CRK BLW NEPHI POWERPLANT DIV | 12cfs |
CURRANT CREEK NEAR MONA | 22cfs |
FISH CREEK ABOVE RESERVOIR | 8cfs |