Grantsville Regulating Pond

NONE· Tooele, Utah· Built 1986· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Grantsville Regulating Pond is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge44 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDUT00577

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 18, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

GRANTSVILLE IRRIGATION COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Grantsville Regulating Pond?

Grantsville Regulating Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Grantsville Regulating Pond?

Grantsville Regulating Pond is owned by GRANTSVILLE IRRIGATION COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Grantsville Regulating Pond built?

Grantsville Regulating Pond was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Grantsville Regulating Pond?

Grantsville Regulating Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Grantsville Regulating Pond last inspected?

Grantsville Regulating Pond was last inspected on July 18, 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.