Starvation
STRAWBERRY RIVER·
Duchesne, Utah·
Built 1969·
Earth·
210 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 210 ft (taller than 85.3% in UT) |
| Dam Length | 3,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,310 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,055 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | UT10136 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 15, 2020
State Regulated: No
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Starvation?
Starvation is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Starvation?
Starvation is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government).
When was Starvation last inspected?
Starvation was last inspected on July 15, 2020.
When was Starvation built?
Starvation was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old.
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.