Centerville City Erosion Dike

CENTERVILLE CANYON· Davis, Utah· Built 1935· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Centerville City Erosion Dike is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDUT00649

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: June 15, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

CENTERVILLE CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Centerville City Erosion Dike?

Centerville City Erosion Dike 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 Centerville City Erosion Dike?

Centerville City Erosion Dike is owned by CENTERVILLE CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Centerville City Erosion Dike built?

Centerville City Erosion Dike was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Centerville City Erosion Dike?

Centerville City Erosion Dike 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 Centerville City Erosion Dike last inspected?

Centerville City Erosion Dike was last inspected on June 15, 2006. 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.