Davis County - Farmington Pond

FARMINGTON CREEK· Davis, Utah· Built 1923· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Davis County - Farmington Pond is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 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 Length425 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge163 cfs
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)
NID IDUT00692

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: May 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DAVIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis County - Farmington Pond?

Davis County - Farmington Pond 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 Davis County - Farmington Pond?

Davis County - Farmington Pond is owned by DAVIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Davis County - Farmington Pond built?

Davis County - Farmington Pond was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Davis County - Farmington Pond?

Davis County - Farmington Pond 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 Davis County - Farmington Pond last inspected?

Davis County - Farmington Pond was last inspected on May 23, 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.