Whiterocks Lake dam
Whiterocks Lake
Whiterocks Lake, located in Uintah, Utah, serves as a crucial irrigation resource in the area. Constructed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 29 feet with a hydraulic height of 23 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 1230 acre-feet, providing essential water for agricultural purposes in the region. Managed by a private entity, the dam is regulated by the Utah Division of Water Rights, ensuring proper inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place to maintain its functionality.
With a drainage area of 2.7 square miles and a maximum discharge of 63 cubic feet per second, Whiterocks Lake plays a vital role in water resource management for the surrounding community. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity. Despite the potential risks, the dam's condition assessment remains satisfactory, ensuring its continued operation for irrigation purposes.
As a key feature along the Whiterocks River, this earth dam not only supports agricultural activities but also contributes to the broader water infrastructure of the region. Its strategic location and storage capacity make Whiterocks Lake a significant asset in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Uintah, Utah. With proper oversight and maintenance, this reservoir will continue to play a crucial role in sustaining water supplies for the local community.
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 Whiterocks Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Whiterocks River Near Whiterocks | 121 cfs | → |
| Uinta River Blw Powerplant Diversion Nr Neola | 122 cfs | → |
| Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut | 4 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Near Manila | 12 cfs | → |
| Ashley Creek Near Vernal | 105 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone R. At Bridge Campgrnd | 104 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Whiterocks Lake.
Boat launches
- Forest Road 009 Daggett County
- Ute Mountain Trail Daggett County
- Long Park Reservoir Trail Daggett County
- Forest Road 145; Us Highway Fs Road 145 Daggett County
- Cedar Springs Boating Ramp
- Anvil Draw Boat Launch Area
Campgrounds
- Spirit Lake Campground
- Paradise Guard Station
- Pole Creek Lake Campground
- Browne Lake Campground
- Whiterocks Campground
- South Fork Camping Area
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Source To Hoop Lake Diversion
- Uinta River (Uinta Valley Campground To Power Plant)
- Beaver Lake To Wilderness Boundary
- Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With East Fork Beaver Creek
More reservoirs
Track Whiterocks Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Whiterocks Lake
Where does the data for Whiterocks Lake 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 Whiterocks Lake.