Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.)

NORTH FORK OF PROVO RIVER· Summit, Utah· Built 1940· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length128 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge6 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDUT00148

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: July 28, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

FOREST SERVICE,U.S. -KAMAS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.)?

Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) 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 Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.)?

Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) is owned by FOREST SERVICE,U.S. -KAMAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) built?

Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.)?

Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) 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 Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) last inspected?

Island Lake (Summit - Provo R.) was last inspected on July 28, 2011. 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.