Ashley Valley Flood Control

Tributary to Ahley Creek· Uintah, Utah· Earth·
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Ashley Valley Flood Control is classified as low hazard in Utah. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.4K acre-ft
Drainage Area44 sq mi
NID IDUT53651

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 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

ASHLEY VALLEY SEWER MANAGEMENT BOARD

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ashley Valley Flood Control?

Ashley Valley Flood Control 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 Ashley Valley Flood Control?

Ashley Valley Flood Control is owned by ASHLEY VALLEY SEWER MANAGEMENT BOARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ashley Valley Flood Control?

Ashley Valley Flood Control serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Ashley Valley Flood Control last inspected?

Ashley Valley Flood Control was last inspected on May 5, 2022. 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.