Quail Creek Diversion

VIRGIN RIVER· Washington, Utah· Built 1984· Gravity·
Low Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Quail Creek Diversion is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length95 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Normal Storage295 acre-ft
Drainage Area1,000 sq mi
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDUT00515

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: November 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

WASHINGTON COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY DIST

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Quail Creek Diversion?

Quail Creek Diversion 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 Quail Creek Diversion?

Quail Creek Diversion is owned by WASHINGTON COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY DIST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Quail Creek Diversion built?

Quail Creek Diversion was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Quail Creek Diversion?

Quail Creek Diversion 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 Quail Creek Diversion last inspected?

Quail Creek Diversion was last inspected on November 10, 2020. 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.