Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak
Key Takeaway
Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | UT53257 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DAYBREAK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak?
Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak 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 Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak?
Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak is owned by DAYBREAK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak built?
Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak?
Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak last inspected?
Oquirrh Lake Dam/Kennecott Daybreak was last inspected on October 31, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.