Trachyte

TRACHYTE CREEK· Garfield, Utah· Built 1993· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Trachyte is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge56 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDUT00783

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 20, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

CALVIN BASTIAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trachyte?

Trachyte is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Trachyte?

Trachyte is owned by CALVIN BASTIAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trachyte built?

Trachyte was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Trachyte?

Trachyte serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Trachyte last inspected?

Trachyte was last inspected on May 20, 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.