Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin

PETEENEET CREEK· Utah, Utah· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin is classified as significant hazard in Utah. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Drainage Area26 sq mi
NID IDUT00620

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

UTAH COUNTY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin?

Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin?

Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin is owned by UTAH COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin?

Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin 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 Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin last inspected?

Utah County - Payson Canyon Debris Basin was last inspected on June 15, 2022. 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.