Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr.


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Summary

is a vital irrigation structure located in Highland City, Utah. Constructed in 2007 by Civil Science, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 19.4 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 25.6 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, the structure is classified as having a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. Located off-channel with a spillway width of 8 feet, this irrigation dam plays a crucial role in sustaining water resources for agricultural activities in the region.

With its strategic location in Utah's Highland City and its critical role in supporting irrigation needs, the Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. represents a significant asset for water resource management in the area. As a key component of the local government's water infrastructure, this earth dam underscores the importance of sustainable water practices and the continued oversight and maintenance of essential irrigation structures to ensure the resilience of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Length

850

River Or Stream

Off Channel

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

19.4

Structural Height

19

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

19
       
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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.