Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B.

HOLMES CANYON· Box Elder, Utah· Built 1985· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDUT00583

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

BOX ELDER COUNTY-WILLARD CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B.?

Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B.?

Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. is owned by BOX ELDER COUNTY-WILLARD CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. built?

Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B.?

Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. 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 Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. last inspected?

Box Elder County- Holmes Canyon D.B. was last inspected on April 14, 2021. 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.