Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond

HUNTINGTON CREEK - OFFSTREAM· Emery, Utah· Built 1982· Earth·
Significant Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage550 acre-ft
Normal Storage463 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDUT00544

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 16, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

PACIFICORP-HUNTINGTON PLANT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond?

Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond 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 - Huntington Irrigation Pond?

Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond is owned by PACIFICORP-HUNTINGTON PLANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond built?

Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 - Huntington Irrigation Pond?

Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond 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 - Huntington Irrigation Pond last inspected?

Pacificorp - Huntington Irrigation Pond was last inspected on May 16, 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.