Coalville City Irrigation Dam

Summit, Utah· Built 2002· Earth·
Significant Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Coalville City Irrigation Dam is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDUT50315

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: Yes
Last Inspection: July 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

Coalville City Corporation

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coalville City Irrigation Dam?

Coalville City Irrigation Dam 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 Coalville City Irrigation Dam?

Coalville City Irrigation Dam is owned by Coalville City Corporation (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coalville City Irrigation Dam built?

Coalville City Irrigation Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Coalville City Irrigation Dam?

Coalville City Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Coalville City Irrigation Dam last inspected?

Coalville City Irrigation Dam was last inspected on July 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.