Atherley

FAUST CREEK· Tooele, Utah· Built 1928· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Atherley is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage222 acre-ft
Normal Storage176 acre-ft
Drainage Area185 sq mi
Max Discharge35 cfs
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)
NID IDUT00012

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: June 21, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DIVISION OF WILDLIFE RESOURCES

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Atherley?

Atherley 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 Atherley?

Atherley is owned by DIVISION OF WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Atherley built?

Atherley was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Atherley?

Atherley serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Atherley last inspected?

Atherley was last inspected on June 21, 2023. 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.