Cecret Dam Rehabilitation
Alta · Salt Lake County
- Spillway · Embankment · Outlet
- 3 Systems
- Location
- Alta
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Year
- 2024
Project Overview
VanCon poured a new concrete dam directly behind the face of the existing historic Cecret Lake dam — effectively replacing the structure without demolishing the original dam face. The high-alpine site at Alta was accessed through the ski slopes, adding logistical complexity to material delivery and the concrete pour.
Project Highlights
- New concrete dam poured behind the historic dam face
- Replacement completed without demolishing the original dam
- High-alpine site accessed through the ski slopes
- Brought the structure up to current dam safety standards
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