Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville

HOLMES CREEK· Davis, Utah· Built 1992· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 TypeEarth
Max Storage29 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDUT00736

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: June 13, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DAVIS & WEBER COUNTIES CANAL COMPANY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville?

Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville 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/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville?

Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville is owned by DAVIS & WEBER COUNTIES CANAL COMPANY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville built?

Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville was completed in 1992, making it 34 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/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville?

Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville 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 Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville last inspected?

Davis/Weber County Canal Co. Kaysville was last inspected on June 13, 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.