Pacificorp - Hunter Ash

OFFSTREAM· Emery, Utah· Built 1978· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Pacificorp - Hunter Ash is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length5,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDUT00362

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 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

PACIFICORP HUNTER PLANT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pacificorp - Hunter Ash?

Pacificorp - Hunter Ash 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 Pacificorp - Hunter Ash?

Pacificorp - Hunter Ash is owned by PACIFICORP HUNTER PLANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pacificorp - Hunter Ash built?

Pacificorp - Hunter Ash was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Pacificorp - Hunter Ash last inspected?

Pacificorp - Hunter Ash was last inspected on May 23, 2023. 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.