Starvation Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Starvation is a federal-owned dam located in Duchesne, Utah, along the Strawberry River.


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Summary

Built in 1969 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this earth dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a maximum storage capacity of 186,990 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 210 feet and has a spillway width of 300 feet, making it a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region.

With a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Starvation Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is not available, indicating a need for further evaluation and potential maintenance. The Bureau of Reclamation oversees the operations, inspections, and regulatory aspects of the dam, ensuring its safety and functionality for irrigation purposes. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of Starvation Dam in sustaining agricultural activities and water supply in the region.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

3070

Dam Height

210

River Or Stream

STRAWBERRY RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3310

Hydraulic Height

155

Drainage Area

1055

Nid Storage

186990

Structural Height

200

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

210
       
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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.