South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13 dam
South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13
South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13, located in Weber County, Utah, is a vital water resource managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Built in 1950, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 16.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 13 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 12.5 acre-feet. The reservoir is situated along the Ogden River and serves as a key component in the region's water management system.
With its high hazard potential, South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13 undergoes regular inspections by the Bureau of Reclamation, with the last inspection conducted in May 2020. The reservoir is associated with five other structures and plays a crucial role in maintaining water supply and regulating water flow in the area. Despite the lack of detailed condition assessment data, the reservoir's importance in the local water infrastructure cannot be understated.
As a federal-owned facility, South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13 is a significant asset managed by the Bureau of Reclamation for water resource management in Utah. With its strategic location and purpose, this reservoir contributes to the overall sustainability and resilience of the region's water supply system, making it a key focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the intricate network of infrastructure supporting water management in the area.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ogden River Nr Gibson Avenue At Ogden | 245 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Ogden | 163 cfs | → |
| Weber River At I-84 At Uintah | 218 cfs | → |
| Ogden River Bl Pineview Res Near Huntsville | 178 cfs | → |
| Weber River At Gateway | 333 cfs | → |
| Weber River Near Plain City | 58 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13.
Boat launches
- South 7500 West Hooper
- South 7500 West Weber County
- Weber County
- Skullcrack Trail Weber County
- Bountiful Lake
Campgrounds
- Old Maple Campground
- Maples Campground
- Anderson Cove Campground
- Middle Fork Dispersed Camping
- Magpie Campground
- Botts Campground
Fishing spots
- South Fork Ogden River
- Mill Canyon Fishing Dock And Boardwalk
- Chalk Creek
- Lake Desolation
- Lake Florence
- White Pine Lake
Track South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13 in the Snoflo app
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About South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13
Where does the data for South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir No. 13.