Shurtliff-Behunin

NAZER DRAW· Garfield, Utah· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Shurtliff-Behunin is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length575 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDUT00537

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: October 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

ANTHONY COOMBS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shurtliff-Behunin?

Shurtliff-Behunin 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 Shurtliff-Behunin?

Shurtliff-Behunin is owned by ANTHONY COOMBS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shurtliff-Behunin built?

Shurtliff-Behunin was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Shurtliff-Behunin?

Shurtliff-Behunin 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 Shurtliff-Behunin last inspected?

Shurtliff-Behunin was last inspected on October 15, 2021. 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.