Emery City D.B. Middle Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Emery City D.B.
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Summary
Middle is a privately owned dam located in Emery, Utah, regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is classified as an Earth type dam with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 17 feet. With a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet, the dam has a spillway width of 30 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 15 cubic feet per second. The dam's hazard potential is significant, although its condition assessment is currently not rated.
Although the specific year of completion for Emery City D.B. Middle is not provided, the dam is subject to regular inspections with a frequency of every 5 years. Given its location in a region susceptible to flooding, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks for the surrounding area. With its design and purpose geared towards flood risk reduction, the dam serves as an important infrastructure for water resource management in Emery County.
As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, the information about Emery City D.B. Middle provides valuable insights into the management and regulation of dams in Utah. The dam's association with the Utah Division of Water Rights and its compliance with state regulations highlight the collaborative efforts to ensure the safety and functionality of water infrastructure in the region. With its significant hazard potential and key role in flood risk reduction, Emery City D.B. Middle stands as a vital component of the water management system in Emery County, contributing to the overall resilience of the area against potential water-related challenges.
Dam Length |
920 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
16 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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