Pollywog Lake

ANTELOPE SPRING--OFFSTREAM· Garfield, Utah· Built 1947· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Pollywog Lake is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length505 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDUT00250

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 29, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

BENCH IRR CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pollywog Lake?

Pollywog 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 Pollywog Lake?

Pollywog Lake is owned by BENCH IRR CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pollywog Lake built?

Pollywog Lake was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Pollywog Lake?

Pollywog 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 Pollywog Lake last inspected?

Pollywog Lake was last inspected on July 29, 2005. 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.