Anderson (E.)

SOLDIER CREEK· Carbon, Utah· Built 1936· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Anderson (E.) is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage229 acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)
NID IDUT00006

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

SOLDIER CREEK COAL COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anderson (E.)?

Anderson (E.) is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Anderson (E.)?

Anderson (E.) is owned by SOLDIER CREEK COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Anderson (E.) built?

Anderson (E.) was completed in 1936, making it 90 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Anderson (E.)?

Anderson (E.) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Anderson (E.) last inspected?

Anderson (E.) was last inspected on May 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.