Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #06

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateUtah
CountySalt Lake
Nearest CityKENNECOTT SMELTER
River/StreamKESSLER CANYON
Coordinates40.72109, -112.19207

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Length3,200 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Drainage Area6 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerKENNECOTT UTAH COPPER, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection06/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDUT00484
Federal IDUT00484
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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