Road Creek

Road Creek· Wayne, Utah· Built 2013· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Road Creek is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.1K acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed2013 (13 years old)
NID IDUT53628

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: August 2, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DIXIE LEAVITT / LEAVITT LAND & LIVESTOCK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Road Creek?

Road Creek 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 Road Creek?

Road Creek is owned by DIXIE LEAVITT / LEAVITT LAND & LIVESTOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Road Creek built?

Road Creek was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Road Creek?

Road Creek 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 Road Creek last inspected?

Road Creek was last inspected on August 2, 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.