Flaming Gorge
GREEN RIVER·
Daggett, Utah·
Built 1963·
Concrete·
502 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 502 ft (taller than 97.1% in UT) |
| Dam Length | 1,285 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 4.0M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.8M acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42,040 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15,000 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | UT10121 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 24, 2019
State Regulated: No
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flaming Gorge?
Flaming Gorge is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Flaming Gorge?
Flaming Gorge is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government).
When was Flaming Gorge last inspected?
Flaming Gorge was last inspected on October 24, 2019.
When was Flaming Gorge built?
Flaming Gorge was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old.
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.