Pine Creek Reservoir

PINE CREEK· Wayne, Utah· Built 1912· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Pine Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)
NID IDUT10107

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: October 12, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

FOREST SERVICE,U.S. -DIXIE

Federal Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Creek Reservoir?

Pine Creek Reservoir 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 Pine Creek Reservoir?

Pine Creek Reservoir is owned by FOREST SERVICE,U.S. -DIXIE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pine Creek Reservoir built?

Pine Creek Reservoir was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Pine Creek Reservoir?

Pine Creek Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Pine Creek Reservoir last inspected?

Pine Creek Reservoir was last inspected on October 12, 2016. 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.