Kennecott - Magna Reservoir #1

Salt Lake, Utah· Earth·
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Kennecott - Magna Reservoir #1 is classified as significant hazard in Utah. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
NID IDUT53602

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: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

KENNECOTT UTAH COPPER, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kennecott - Magna Reservoir #1?

Kennecott - Magna Reservoir #1 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 Kennecott - Magna Reservoir #1?

Kennecott - Magna Reservoir #1 is owned by KENNECOTT UTAH COPPER, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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.