Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2
Key Takeaway
Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 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 Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00830 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CEDAR CITY CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2?
Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 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 - Fiddler Canyon Db #2?
Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 is owned by CEDAR CITY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 built?
Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 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 - Fiddler Canyon Db #2?
Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 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 - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 last inspected?
Cedar City - Fiddler Canyon Db #2 was last inspected on August 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.