Wall Lake

PROVO RIVER· Summit, Utah· Built 1914· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Wall Lake is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft
Dam Length735 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage350 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge245 cfs
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)
NID IDUT00313

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: September 27, 2015
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 Wall Lake?

Wall Lake 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 Wall Lake?

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

When was Wall Lake built?

Wall Lake was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Wall Lake?

Wall Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wall Lake?

Wall Lake has a dam height of 7 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 Wall Lake last inspected?

Wall Lake was last inspected on September 27, 2015. 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.