Davis County -Stone Creek Db

STONE CREEK - WARD CANYON· Davis, Utah· Built 1984· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Davis County -Stone Creek Db is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 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 Length515 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge313 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDUT00564

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: August 29, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DAVIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis County -Stone Creek Db?

Davis County -Stone Creek Db 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 -Stone Creek Db?

Davis County -Stone Creek Db is owned by DAVIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Davis County -Stone Creek Db built?

Davis County -Stone Creek Db was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 -Stone Creek Db?

Davis County -Stone Creek Db 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 -Stone Creek Db last inspected?

Davis County -Stone Creek Db was last inspected on August 29, 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.