Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower)
Key Takeaway
Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00806 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Grover Irrigation Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower)?
Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) 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 Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower)?
Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) is owned by Grover Irrigation Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) built?
Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) last inspected?
Beaver Dam (Fish Creek Lower) was last inspected on October 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.