Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b
Key Takeaway
Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00434 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MOAB SALT, INC.
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b?
Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b 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 Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b?
Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b is owned by MOAB SALT, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b built?
Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b?
Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b last inspected?
Moab Salt Potash Pond Dam 3b was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.