Causey dam
Causey
Causey is a captivating federal irrigation reservoir located in Huntsville, Utah, within the Weber County area. Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 218 feet and has a hydraulic height of 187 feet, providing essential water storage for irrigation purposes since its completion in 1966. With a maximum storage capacity of 8730 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 7870 acre-feet, Causey Reservoir plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Situated on the South Fork of the Ogden River, this reservoir covers a surface area of 136 acres and has a drainage area of 81 square miles. The dam is designed with an uncontrolled spillway and has a high hazard potential, making it vital for regular inspections and risk assessments. While the condition assessment is currently not available, Causey Reservoir is marked as a moderate risk (3) based on the risk assessment conducted. With its strategic location and significant contribution to irrigation needs, Causey is a key component of the water infrastructure in Utah.
Despite its importance, Causey Reservoir does not fall under state jurisdiction for regulation, permitting, or inspection. Managed solely by the Bureau of Reclamation, the reservoir's operations, regulatory affairs, and inspections are overseen by the federal agency. With Congressman Rob Bishop representing the area, Causey continues to serve as a critical resource for water supply and irrigation in the region, highlighting the intricate relationship between water resources, climate conditions, and federal management practices.
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 Causey -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Ogden River Near Huntsville | 78 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek Near Croyden | 48 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Bl Pineview Res Near Huntsville | 156 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Gateway | 278 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 165 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Nr Gibson Avenue At Ogden | 227 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Causey.
Boat launches
- Skullcrack Trail Weber County
- County Road 1980 Morgan County
- South 7500 West Weber County
- South 7500 West Hooper
Campgrounds
- Willows Campground
- Upper Meadows Campground
- Perception Park Family Campground
- Perception Park Campground
- Lower Meadows Campground
- Botts Campground
Fishing spots
- South Fork Ogden River
- Chalk Creek
- Tony Grove Lake
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- Lake Desolation
- White Pine Lake
Track Causey in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Causey
Where does the data for Causey 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
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Causey.