Peterson Brothers
Peterson Brothers is an earth dam located in Box Elder County, Utah, built in 1980. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About Peterson Brothers
The primary purpose of Peterson Brothers is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Wre (private). It impounds the Samaria Lake Canal near Drains To Mallad Rvr.
The dam stands 14 feet tall and stretches 2,450 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. Completed in 1980, the structure is 46 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 05/24/2023.
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Location
| State | Utah |
| County | Box Elder |
| Nearest City | Drains To Mallad Rvr |
| River/Stream | Samaria Lake Canal |
| Coordinates | 41.94018, -112.21580 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,450 ft |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | WRE |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 05/24/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | UT00391 |
| Federal ID | UT00391 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |