Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds
Key Takeaway
Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 4,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | UT53200 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PACIFICORP-CURRENT CREEK PLANT
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds?
Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds 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 Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds?
Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds is owned by PACIFICORP-CURRENT CREEK PLANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds built?
Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds?
Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds last inspected?
Pacificorp - Currant Creek Evap Ponds was last inspected on June 7, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.