Hanksville Diversion Dam – Fremont River – Utah
The Hanksville Diversion Dam is an important irrigation structure located near Hanksville, Utah, along the Fremont River. Built to support local agricultural needs, the dam diverts water from the river into irrigation canals, enabling the cultivation of crops in the arid climate of central Utah. The dam plays a critical role in managing water resources in the region, where farming relies heavily on controlled irrigation systems.
Hanksville itself is a small, rural community known for its proximity to scenic destinations like Capitol Reef National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, and the San Rafael Swell. The diversion dam highlights the ingenuity required to sustain agriculture in a desert environment and exemplifies the balance between natural resource management and rural development in Utah.
An unprecedented flood washed out the dam in 2021, and to date has it has not been repaired.
