Dams in Morgan County, Utah
12Total Dams
5High Hazard
6Significant
Dam Safety in Morgan County, Utah
Morgan County has 12 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 5 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 6 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Morgan County is 68 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is East Canyon Dam at 260 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Canyon Dam | High | Not Available | 260 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1966 |
| Lost Creek Dam | High | Not Available | 248 | Irrigation | 1966 |
| Silver Leaf | High | Fair | 53 | Irrigation | 1957 |
| Cobble Creek Dam (morgan) | High | Satisfactory | 38 | Irrigation | 2016 |
| Northwest | High | Fair | 36 | Irrigation | 1940 |
| Morgan Secondary Water Association | Significant | Not Rated | 24 | Irrigation | |
| Northside Creek Reservoir | Significant | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 2021 |
| Carter Reservoir | Significant | Not Rated | 17 | 1880 | |
| Three Toes | Significant | Not Rated | 15 | Irrigation | |
| Wardell Reservoir | Significant | Not Rated | 15 | Irrigation | 1962 |
| Peterson Creek -left Fork (bohman Dam) | Significant | Not Rated | 8 | ||
| Weber | Low | Fair | 19 | Irrigation | 1910 |