Crystal Lake

PROVO RIVER· Summit, Utah· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Crystal Lake is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length168 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDUT00316

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

FOREST SERVICE, U.S. KAMAS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is owned by FOREST SERVICE, U.S. KAMAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crystal Lake built?

Crystal Lake was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

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.