Riverton City - 4200 West Pond
Key Takeaway
Riverton City - 4200 West Pond is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00871 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RIVERTON CITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Riverton City - 4200 West Pond?
Riverton City - 4200 West Pond 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 Riverton City - 4200 West Pond?
Riverton City - 4200 West Pond is owned by RIVERTON CITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Riverton City - 4200 West Pond built?
Riverton City - 4200 West Pond was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Riverton City - 4200 West Pond?
Riverton City - 4200 West Pond 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 Riverton City - 4200 West Pond last inspected?
Riverton City - 4200 West Pond was last inspected on September 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.