Antelope
Key Takeaway
Antelope is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00390 |
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
BERGER RANCHES, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Antelope?
Antelope 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 Antelope?
Antelope is owned by BERGER RANCHES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antelope built?
Antelope was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Antelope?
Antelope 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 Antelope?
Antelope 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 Antelope last inspected?
Antelope was last inspected on September 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.