Duck Lake

NORTH FORK OF PROVO RIVER· Summit, Utah· Built 1938· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Duck Lake is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDUT00096

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 28, 2011
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 Duck Lake?

Duck 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 Duck Lake?

Duck 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 Duck Lake built?

Duck Lake was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Duck Lake?

Duck 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.

When was Duck Lake last inspected?

Duck Lake was last inspected on July 28, 2011. 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.