Cedar City Dry Canyon Db

Iron, Utah· Built 2000· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cedar City Dry Canyon Db is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length523 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge72 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDUT00832

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: August 9, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

CEDAR CITY CORPORATION

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar City Dry Canyon Db?

Cedar City Dry Canyon Db 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 Cedar City Dry Canyon Db?

Cedar City Dry Canyon Db is owned by CEDAR CITY CORPORATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cedar City Dry Canyon Db built?

Cedar City Dry Canyon Db was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Cedar City Dry Canyon Db?

Cedar City Dry Canyon Db 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 Cedar City Dry Canyon Db last inspected?

Cedar City Dry Canyon Db was last inspected on August 9, 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.