Deep Creek (Tooele)

DEEP CREEK WASH· Tooele, Utah· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Deep Creek (Tooele) is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Normal Storage400 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDUT00084

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
Last Inspection: July 26, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

MILT HANKS

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deep Creek (Tooele)?

Deep Creek (Tooele) 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 Deep Creek (Tooele)?

Deep Creek (Tooele) is owned by MILT HANKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Deep Creek (Tooele) built?

Deep Creek (Tooele) 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 Deep Creek (Tooele)?

Deep Creek (Tooele) 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 Deep Creek (Tooele) last inspected?

Deep Creek (Tooele) was last inspected on July 26, 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.