Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr.
Key Takeaway
Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 26 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | UT53330 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HIGHLAND CITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr.?
Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr.?
Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. is owned by HIGHLAND CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. built?
Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr.?
Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. last inspected?
Highland City - Northwest Pressure Irr. was last inspected on June 7, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.