Round Willow Bottom

TRIB TO TWITCHELL CREEK· Garfield, Utah· Built 1961· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Round Willow Bottom is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length335 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDUT00375

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 10, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

DIV WILDLIFE RESOURCES

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Round Willow Bottom?

Round Willow Bottom 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 Round Willow Bottom?

Round Willow Bottom is owned by DIV WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Round Willow Bottom built?

Round Willow Bottom was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Round Willow Bottom?

Round Willow Bottom serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Round Willow Bottom last inspected?

Round Willow Bottom was last inspected on August 10, 2009. 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.