South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris

BURCH CREEK· Weber, Utah· Built 1985· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge348 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDUT00580

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: June 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

SOUTH OGDEN CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris?

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris 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 South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris?

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris is owned by SOUTH OGDEN CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris built?

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris?

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris 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 South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris last inspected?

South Ogden City Burch Creek Debris was last inspected on June 3, 2022. 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.