Sandy City - Willow Creek

NONE - RUNOFF· Salt Lake, Utah· Built 1983· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Sandy City - Willow Creek is classified as significant hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDUT00534

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

SANDY CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sandy City - Willow Creek?

Sandy City - Willow Creek is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Sandy City - Willow Creek?

Sandy City - Willow Creek is owned by SANDY CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sandy City - Willow Creek built?

Sandy City - Willow Creek was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Sandy City - Willow Creek?

Sandy City - Willow Creek serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Sandy City - Willow Creek last inspected?

Sandy City - Willow Creek was last inspected on August 23, 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.