Papoose Lake

WHITEROCKS RIVER· Duchesne, Utah· Built 1976· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Papoose Lake is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge21 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDUT00239

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: July 14, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

WHITEROCKS IRRIGATION CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Papoose Lake?

Papoose Lake 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 Papoose Lake?

Papoose Lake is owned by WHITEROCKS IRRIGATION CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Papoose Lake built?

Papoose Lake was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Papoose Lake?

Papoose Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Papoose Lake last inspected?

Papoose Lake was last inspected on July 14, 2003. 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.