Kennecott Smelter Kessler Cnyn #11

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateUtah
CountySalt Lake
Nearest CityKENNECOTT SMELTER
River/StreamKESSLER CANYON
Coordinates40.71046, -112.16893

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height51 ft
Dam Length1,715 ft
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage388 acre-ft
Max Storage388 acre-ft
Normal Storage179 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 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 IDUT00486
Federal IDUT00486
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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