Modena Draw Dam

Iron, Utah· Built 1940· Gravity·
Low Hazard Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Modena Draw Dam is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,765 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage946 acre-ft
Normal Storage946 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDUT00457

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: April 15, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Modena Draw Dam?

Modena Draw Dam 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 Modena Draw Dam?

Modena Draw Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Modena Draw Dam built?

Modena Draw Dam 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 Modena Draw Dam?

Modena Draw Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Modena Draw Dam last inspected?

Modena Draw Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2015. 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.