Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res

Salt Lake, Utah· Built 2006· Earth·
High Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 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 Length2,713 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage136 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDUT53159

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 3, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res?

Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res 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 Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res?

Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res is owned by METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res built?

Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res?

Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res 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 Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res last inspected?

Point of The Mountain Raw Water Res was last inspected on May 3, 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.