Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B dam
Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B
Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B is a vital water resource located in Davis, Utah, serving the city of Farmington and surrounding areas. Completed in 1979, this private reservoir is primarily used for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet. Situated along the Davis/Weber Canal, the reservoir plays a crucial role in ensuring a reliable water supply for agricultural activities in the region.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B has a structural height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 19 feet. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the reservoir is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Regular inspections are conducted to ensure the safety and functionality of the dam, with the last inspection taking place in July 2020. With its strategic location and importance for local irrigation needs, this reservoir serves as a key component of the water infrastructure in the area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and regulation of dams like Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B become increasingly crucial. With the potential for high hazard situations, it is essential for the owners and regulatory agencies to prioritize safety measures and risk management strategies. The reservoir's contribution to sustaining agricultural activities highlights the importance of effective water resource management in the face of evolving climate patterns and growing water demands.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington | 8 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 218 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Gateway | 333 cfs | → |
| East Canyon Creek Near Morgan | 76 cfs | → |
| Red Butte Creek At Fort Douglas | 2 cfs | → |
| Goggin Drain Near Magna Utah | 103 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B.
Boat launches
- Bountiful Lake
- Jordan River Drive 1328, North Salt Lake
- Redwood Road Salt Lake City
- South 7500 West Hooper
- South 7500 West Weber County
- Weber County
Campgrounds
- Bountiful Peak Campground
- Old Maple Campground
- Maples Campground
- East Canyon State Park
- Camp Kostopulos
- Anderson Cove Campground
Fishing spots
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- South Fork Ogden River
- Lake Desolation
- Lake Florence
- Lake Lillian
- White Pine Lake
Track Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B in the Snoflo app
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About Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B
Where does the data for Farmington Irrigation - Reservoir B come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
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