Located in Morgan, Utah, the Peterson Creek -Left Fork (Bohman Dam) is a privately owned earth dam that is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights.
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This dam, with a structural height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 4 feet, serves the primary purpose of water storage with a capacity of 27 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Left Hand Fork Peterson Creek, plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area.
With a length of 440 feet, the Peterson Creek -Left Fork (Bohman Dam) poses a significant hazard potential and undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its safety and integrity. While the condition assessment is currently listed as 'Not Rated', the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are not provided in the available data. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency contacts and inundation maps preparedness are crucial for effective response and risk mitigation.
Managed by a private entity, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. As climate change impacts water availability, the maintenance and safety of dams like the Peterson Creek -Left Fork (Bohman Dam) are essential for ensuring water security and resilience in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Dam Length |
440 |
River Or Stream |
LEFT HAND FORK PETERSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
4 |
Nid Storage |
27 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
8 |
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