North Utah County - Battle Creek

BATTLE CREEK· Utah, Utah· Built 1962· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

North Utah County - Battle Creek is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length940 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge139 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDUT00585

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 27, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

NORTH UTAH COUNTY WATER CONS. DIST.

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Utah County - Battle Creek?

North Utah County - Battle Creek is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates North Utah County - Battle Creek?

North Utah County - Battle Creek is owned by NORTH UTAH COUNTY WATER CONS. DIST. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Utah County - Battle Creek built?

North Utah County - Battle Creek was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 North Utah County - Battle Creek?

North Utah County - Battle Creek 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 North Utah County - Battle Creek last inspected?

North Utah County - Battle Creek was last inspected on April 27, 2022. 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.