Nielson Pond

Rich, Utah· Built 1992· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Nielson Pond is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage284 acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Max Discharge21 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDUT50302

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: May 13, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

William Nielson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nielson Pond?

Nielson Pond 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 Nielson Pond?

Nielson Pond is owned by William Nielson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nielson Pond built?

Nielson Pond was completed in 1992, making it 34 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Nielson Pond last inspected?

Nielson Pond was last inspected on May 13, 2019. 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.