Soldier Canyon #1 Reservoir Report

Reservoir Report

Utah

Nearby: Soldier Canyon #2 Rex

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Soldier Canyon #1 is a privately owned dam in Sevier, Utah, designed for flood risk reduction along Soldier Creek.

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Summary

Regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet and is considered to have a significant hazard potential. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, inspections are conducted every two years to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing potential floods in the area.

Located within the jurisdiction of Utah, Soldier Canyon #1 serves as a crucial structure in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, this dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the area from potential water-related disasters. While specific details such as storage capacity and completion year are not provided, the dam's strategic location and design highlight its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

Managed by a private entity, Soldier Canyon #1 is situated in a picturesque landscape in Sevier, Utah, providing essential flood protection along Soldier Creek. Despite not having a current condition rating, the dam's regular inspections and enforcement protocols by the Utah Division of Water Rights ensure its operational effectiveness and safety. As a significant structure in the region, Soldier Canyon #1 stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to manage water resources and address climate-related challenges in the area.

River Or Stream	SOLDIER CREEK
Primary Dam Type	Earth
Structural Height	30
Hazard Potential	Significant
Nid Height	30

Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Salina Creek Near Emery 5.35cfs	5cfs
Sevier River Blw San Pitch River 172.0cfs	172cfs
Seven Mile Creek Near Fish Lake 1.85cfs	2cfs
Manti Creek Below Dugway Creek 4.02cfs	4cfs
Muddy Creek Near Emery 9.51cfs	10cfs
Ferron Creek (Upper Station) Near Ferron 7.86cfs	8cfs

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. 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.