Summary
Department of Energy in Utah is a privately owned facility regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights, with responsibilities for permitting, inspecting, and enforcing water resource regulations. The dam at this site is primarily used for tailings storage, with a low hazard potential and structural height of 32 feet. The facility has a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 27.62 acre-feet, providing essential water management functions in the region.
Located in Grand County, Utah, the U.S. Department of Energy dam is an earth-filled structure that spans 400 feet in length. With a maximum discharge capacity of 4.4 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 35 feet, the facility is equipped to manage water flows effectively. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam is considered low-risk, indicating a secure water management system in place.
As a key component of water resource infrastructure, the U.S. Department of Energy dam plays a vital role in the region's water management efforts. With its regulated operations and low hazard potential, the facility contributes to sustaining water resources and enhancing climate resilience in Grand County, Utah. The efficient design and management of this dam underscore the importance of effective water resource governance in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water systems in the area.
Dam Length |
400 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
27.62 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
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.
U.S. Department Of Energy