66 Pastures
Key Takeaway
66 Pastures is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 6,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 335 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00141 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AMBER ALPHA II, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of 66 Pastures?
66 Pastures is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates 66 Pastures?
66 Pastures is owned by AMBER ALPHA II, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was 66 Pastures built?
66 Pastures was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of 66 Pastures?
66 Pastures serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is 66 Pastures?
66 Pastures has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was 66 Pastures last inspected?
66 Pastures was last inspected on April 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.