Tony Grove Lake Dam

TONY GROVE· Cache, Utah· Built 1939· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Tony Grove Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Height 24 ft (taller than 29.4% in UT)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage465 acre-ft
Normal Storage465 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,573 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDUT10110

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: July 29, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tony Grove Lake Dam?

Tony Grove Lake Dam 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 Tony Grove Lake Dam?

Tony Grove Lake Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tony Grove Lake Dam built?

Tony Grove Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Tony Grove Lake Dam?

Tony Grove Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tony Grove Lake Dam?

Tony Grove Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Tony Grove Lake Dam last inspected?

Tony Grove Lake Dam was last inspected on July 29, 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.