Kennecott Mine Small Reservoir

Utah — Salt Lake County — BINGHAM CREEK

Location

StateUtah
CountySalt Lake
RiverBINGHAM CREEK
Coordinates40.56614, -112.08254

Physical Characteristics

NID Height40 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length510 ft
NID Storage70 acre-ft
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 21, 2022
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1961
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerKENNECOTT UTAH COPPER , LLC

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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