"Local officials said they discovered cracks in the upper portion of Panguitch Lake Dam on Monday, when the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office said that the damage was “not severe enough to warrant immediate evacuations.”
On Tuesday, the sheriff’s office announced that there was potential for dam failure and that residents should prepare for possible evacuation. The National Weather Service also issued a flash flood warning along Panguitch Creek on Tuesday night."
"Level 2 Emergency Situation Date: 4/9/2024 Garfield County Sheriff's Office is issuing an urgent public safety announcement regarding the current status of the Panguitch Lake Dam. As of 6:00 PM, we have escalated our monitoring to a Level 2 Emergency Situation due to potential risks identified with the dam's integrity. This decision is based on the latest assessments by our team of experts. It is a precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents in the vicinity. "