South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P

OGDEN RIVER· Weber, Utah· Built 1940· Earth·
High Hazard Federal Government

Key Takeaway

South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. 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 Length844 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDUT53702

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: May 4, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RECLAMATION

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P?

South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P 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 Equalizing Reservoir P?

South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P built?

South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P was completed in 1940, making it 86 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P last inspected?

South Ogden Equalizing Reservoir P was last inspected on May 4, 2020. 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.