Hansen

Duchesne, Utah· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hansen is classified as low hazard in Utah. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
NID IDUT50517

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

HANSEN, GRANT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hansen?

Hansen 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 Hansen?

Hansen is owned by HANSEN, GRANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hansen?

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

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.