Pacificorp - Electric Lake
Key Takeaway
Pacificorp - Electric Lake is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31.5K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00100 |
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
PACIFICORP-HUNTINGTON PLANT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pacificorp - Electric Lake?
Pacificorp - Electric Lake 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 Pacificorp - Electric Lake?
Pacificorp - Electric Lake is owned by PACIFICORP-HUNTINGTON PLANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pacificorp - Electric Lake built?
Pacificorp - Electric Lake was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 - Electric Lake?
Pacificorp - Electric Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Pacificorp - Electric Lake last inspected?
Pacificorp - Electric Lake was last inspected on June 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.