Blanding City No. 4

WESTWATER CREEK· San Juan, Utah· Built 1965· Earth·
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Blanding City No. 4 is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,057 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.4K acre-ft
Max Discharge85 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDUT00043

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

BLANDING CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Blanding City No. 4?

Blanding City No. 4 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Blanding City No. 4?

Blanding City No. 4 is owned by BLANDING CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Blanding City No. 4 built?

Blanding City No. 4 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Blanding City No. 4?

Blanding City No. 4 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Blanding City No. 4 last inspected?

Blanding City No. 4 was last inspected on September 27, 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.