Big Sand Wash Dam
Utah — Duchesne County — BIG SAND WASH
Location
| State | Utah |
| County | Duchesne |
| River | BIG SAND WASH |
| Coordinates | 40.29519, -110.23071 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 142 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| NID Storage | 26,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 26,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 10, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1968 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | MOON LAKE WATER USERS |
| Other Name | Big Sand Wash Reservoir |
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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.