Magnitude 1.6 Earthquake Struck 5 km ESE of Millville, Utah on October 31, 2024 12:54:28

Last Updated: 2024-10-31 13:29:45

On October 31, 2024 12:54:28 an earthquake with magnitude of 1.6 on the richter scale hit 5 km ESE of Millville, Utah. The earthquake originated at a depth of approximately 8.68 kilometers below the Earth's surface on longitude -111.767Β° and latitude 41.656Β°. According to documented reports people felt the earth quake, No tsunami was triggered due to the earthquake.

Magnitude & Depth

The earthquake that appeared on October 31, 2024 12:54:28 had a magnitude of 1.6 on the richter scale.

Shallow earthquakes are considered between 0 and 70 km deep, while intermediate earthquakes range from 70 - 300 km deep and deep earthquakes are between 300 - 700 km deep.

Are shallow earthquakes more destructive?

Shallow quakes generally tend to be more damaging than deeper quakes. Seismic waves from deep quakes have to travel farther to the surface, losing energy along the way.

Nearby Cities and Towns

The nearest significant population center is Millville in Utah, United States, located 5 kilometers or 3 miles ← W of the earthquake's epicenter. Other cities in close proximity include Nibley (Utah, United States) located 5 km (3 mi) ← W and Providence (Utah, United States) located 6 km (4 mi) β†– NW of the epicenter.

In total, we found 65 cities in our database that might have been impacted by the earthquake.

Distance Direction City State Country
5 km (3 mi) ← W Millville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
5 km (3 mi) ← W Nibley Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
6 km (4 mi) β†– NW Providence Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
7 km (4 mi) ↑ N Cache County Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
7 km (4 mi) ↙ SW Hyrum Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
8 km (5 mi) β†– NW River Heights Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
10 km (6 mi) β†– NW Logan Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
12 km (8 mi) β†– NW North Logan Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
14 km (8 mi) ↙ SW Wellsville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
16 km (10 mi) β†– NW Hyde Park Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
18 km (11 mi) ← W Mendon Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
19 km (12 mi) β†– NW Benson Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
20 km (13 mi) β†– NW Smithfield Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
26 km (16 mi) ↙ SW Brigham City Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
26 km (16 mi) ↙ SW Honeyville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
29 km (18 mi) β†– NW Richmond Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
30 km (19 mi) ↙ SW Perry Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
31 km (19 mi) ← W Elwood Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
33 km (20 mi) ← W Tremonton Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
34 km (21 mi) ← W Garland Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
35 km (22 mi) ↓ S Willard Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
36 km (22 mi) ↓ S Wolf Creek Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
36 km (22 mi) ↓ S Liberty Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
36 km (22 mi) β†– NW Lewiston Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
39 km (24 mi) ↓ S South Willard Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
42 km (26 mi) ↓ S North Ogden Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
42 km (26 mi) ↓ S Pleasant View Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
43 km (27 mi) β†’ E Rich County Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
44 km (27 mi) ↓ S Weber County Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
45 km (28 mi) ↓ S Farr West Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
45 km (28 mi) ↓ S Harrisville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
47 km (29 mi) ↓ S Plain City Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
48 km (30 mi) β†— NE Randolph Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
49 km (31 mi) ↓ S Marriott-Slaterville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
49 km (30 mi) β†– NW Preston Idaho πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
51 km (31 mi) ↓ S Ogden Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
54 km (33 mi) ↓ S South Ogden Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
55 km (34 mi) ↓ S West Haven Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
56 km (35 mi) ↓ S Washington Terrace Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
56 km (35 mi) ↓ S Riverdale Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
57 km (35 mi) ↓ S Mountain Green Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
58 km (36 mi) ↓ S Uintah Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
58 km (36 mi) β†– NW Franklin County Idaho πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
59 km (36 mi) ↓ S Roy Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
59 km (37 mi) ↓ S South Weber Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
61 km (38 mi) ↓ S Sunset Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
62 km (38 mi) ↓ S Clinton Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
62 km (38 mi) ↓ S Hooper Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
63 km (39 mi) ↓ S Hill Air Force Base Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
64 km (40 mi) ↓ S Clearfield Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
65 km (40 mi) ↓ S West Point Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
65 km (40 mi) β†˜ SE Morgan County Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
67 km (42 mi) ↓ S Syracuse Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
68 km (42 mi) ↓ S Layton Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
69 km (43 mi) β†˜ SE Morgan Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
70 km (43 mi) ↓ S Kaysville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
70 km (43 mi) ↓ S Fruit Heights Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
75 km (47 mi) ↓ S Farmington Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
79 km (49 mi) ↓ S Davis County Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
82 km (51 mi) ↓ S Centerville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
85 km (53 mi) ↓ S Bountiful Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
85 km (53 mi) ↓ S West Bountiful Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
87 km (54 mi) ↓ S Woods Cross Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
87 km (54 mi) β†˜ SE Coalville Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
90 km (56 mi) ↓ S North Salt Lake Utah πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States

Nearby Power Plants

We found a total 18 utility-scale power plants in the vecinity of the earthquakes epicenter. The closest being Hydro II Hydro power plant, located 9 kilometers (6 miles) β†– NW from the epicenter.

Distance Direction Power Plant Type Capacity
9 km (6 mi) β†– NW Hydro II Hydro 6.6 MW
10 km (6 mi) ↑ N Hydro III Hydro 1.4 MW
10 km (6 mi) β†– NW Central Energy Plant USU Gas 5.0 MW
10 km (6 mi) β†– NW Logan City Gas 15.9 MW
25 km (15 mi) ↙ SW Brigham City Hydro 1.8 MW
30 km (19 mi) ← W Cutler Hydro Hydro 30.0 MW
42 km (26 mi) β†˜ SE Causey Hydro 2.1 MW
45 km (28 mi) ↓ S Pine View Dam Hydro 1.8 MW
48 km (30 mi) ↓ S Pioneer Hydro 5.0 MW
58 km (36 mi) ↓ S Gateway Hydro 4.0 MW
58 km (36 mi) ↓ S Weber Hydro 3.8 MW
60 km (37 mi) ↓ S Hill AFB LFG Facility Bldg #737 Waste 2.3 MW
64 km (40 mi) ↓ S Weber State University - Davis Campus PV Solar 1.3 MW
75 km (46 mi) ↓ S Lagoon Cogeneration Facility Gas 3.0 MW
81 km (50 mi) β†˜ SE Echo Dam Hydro 4.4 MW
86 km (53 mi) ↓ S Bountiful City Gas 30.4 MW
96 km (60 mi) ↓ S Tesoro SLC Cogeneration Plant Gas 30.4 MW
100 km (62 mi) β†˜ SE Wanship Hydro 1.9 MW

Power Plants & Risks During Earthquakes

We found 4 types of power plants in the vecinity of the magnitude 1.6 earthquake that struck 5 km ESE of Millville, Utah on October 31, 2024 12:54:28. These types were Solar power plants, Hydro power plants, Gas power plants, Waste power plants, below you find information how each type of power plant can pose a risk to you as a person or the ecosytem around you.

None of this information should be used as guidence in an event of an emergency, but rather as additional references to information provided by national, state and local authorities.

Hydropower

Hydropower plants are generally considered as safe in many aspects, but when it comes to severe earthquakes they pose a substantial risk that can manifest in the form of dam faliours, landslides and grave impacts on surrounding ecosystems.

Dam Failure

The most significant risk is the potential failure of the dam that holds the water reservoir. Severe ground shaking can damage or breach the dam, leading to downstream flooding and as a result endangering people and wildlife living downstream. Such an event can also have severe impact on key infrastructure that cascades through society.

Landslides

Earthquakes can trigger landslides in the areas surrounding hydropower plants, potentially damaging infrastructure and causing harm to nearby communities.

Damage to Aquatic Ecosystems

Both landslide and dam failures can have a severe impact on upstream and downstream aquatic wildlife, ecosystem and groundwater, resulting in longterm risks for people and industires living and operating in areas near the water supply.

To mitigate these risks, engineering and construction standards for hydropower plants often include earthquake-resistant designs. These designs incorporate measures such as flexible foundations, strengthened dam structures, and advanced monitoring systems to detect early signs of stress. Additionally, emergency plans and evacuation procedures should be in place to protect personnel and downstream communities in the event of a severe earthquake.

Gas Power

Gas power plants can pose significant risks to people and the environment in their vicinity during earthquakes.

Gas Leaks and Fires

Gas power plants rely on natural gas, which can leak from pipelines and equipment when damaged by seismic activity. These leaks can lead to fires and explosions, endangering people in the plant's vicinity.

Impact on Air Quality

Gas power plants emit pollutants, and fires caused by gas leaks during an earthquake can release harmful substances into the air. This can pose health risks to nearby residents.

Environmental Impact

Gas leaks can also harm the local environment, potentially contaminating soil and water sources.

To mitigate these risks, most modern gas power plants have robust safety measures in place, including gas leak detection systems, emergency response plans, and communication protocols to alert nearby communities in case of an incident. Additionally, local authorities should conduct risk assessments and ensure that emergency services are well-prepared to respond to potential hazards posed by gas power plants during earthquakes.

Solar Power

Solar power plants generally pose fewer risks compared to conventional power plants that use fossil fuels or nuclear energy. However, they are not without their own set of potential risks and challenges. Below you can find some of the risks associated with solar power plants in an event of a severe earthquake.

Environmental Impact

The production of solar panels involves the use of various materials, including rare metals and chemicals. Severe earthquakes could potentially introduce these into the ecosystems of their location.

Fire Risk

Although the solar panels themselves are not typically a fire hazard, electrical components like inverters and batterises that store the electricity can pose a risk. Electrical malfunctions or faults can lead to fires, especially in poorly maintained systems in an event of a severe earthquake, and thus pose a longterm risk for the local ecosystem.

Overall, the mitigation of risks associated with utility-scale solar power plants involves a combination of technological advancements, sustainable practices, regulatory adherence, and ongoing monitoring and maintenance.

Data Information

Information found on this page is a derivative set, based on sources mentioned below.

Data Sources

We aggregate and combine data from USGS (United States Geographical Survey) and the EMSC (European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre). This allow us to get near real-time and historical earthquake data dating back to the year 1950.

Disclaimer

Information or data found on this page should not be used for, or as an early warning system. It is intended as an historical reference or near real-time complementary information to offical and governmental sources. In an event of an emergency it is important closely monitor and follow advice from national, state and local authorities.

Magnitude 1.6 Earthquake Struck 5 km ESE of Millville, Utah on October 31, 2024 12:54:28
Date and Time
2024-10-31 12:54:28 (UTC)
Magnitude
1.6 Magnitude (richter scle)
Depth
8.68 km
Reports
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