Weber

Weber River· Morgan, Utah· Built 1910· Concrete· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Hydroelectric Private

Key Takeaway

Weber is classified as low hazard in Utah. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 5.9% in UT)
Dam Length114 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1,627 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDUT00345

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 23, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Utah Division of Water Rights

Ownership

PacifiCorp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weber?

Weber 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 Weber?

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

When was Weber built?

Weber was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Weber?

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

How tall is Weber?

Weber has a dam height of 14 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 Weber last inspected?

Weber was last inspected on September 23, 2019. 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.