Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db
Key Takeaway
Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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 Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | UT00573 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PERRY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db?
Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db 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 Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db?
Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db is owned by PERRY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db built?
Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db?
Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db 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 Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db last inspected?
Three Mile Creek (Perry City Fcd) Db was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.