Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8

Utah, Utah· Built 2018· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length780 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed2018 (8 years old)
NID IDUT53890

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 3, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8?

Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 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 Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8?

Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 is owned by CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 built?

Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8?

Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 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 Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 last inspected?

Saratoga Springs Secondary Water Pond 8 was last inspected on October 3, 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.