Hicken Wildlife Pond

Duchesne, Utah· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hicken Wildlife Pond is classified as low hazard in Utah. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage235 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Drainage Area8 sq mi
NID IDUT00682

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: October 6, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

M&V FOUNDATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hicken Wildlife Pond?

Hicken Wildlife Pond 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 Hicken Wildlife Pond?

Hicken Wildlife Pond is owned by M&V FOUNDATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hicken Wildlife Pond?

Hicken Wildlife Pond 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 Hicken Wildlife Pond last inspected?

Hicken Wildlife Pond was last inspected on October 6, 2021. 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.