Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper)

PLEASANT CREEK· Sanpete, Utah· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper) is classified as significant hazard in Utah. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area16 sq mi
NID IDUT00507

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 31, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

MT. PLEASANT CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper)?

Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper) 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 Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper)?

Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper) is owned by MT. PLEASANT CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper)?

Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper) last inspected?

Mt. Pleasant - Pleasant Creek (Upper) was last inspected on May 31, 2023. 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.