Antwerp
Key Takeaway
Antwerp is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 198 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00657 |
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
MARCYES SCHMAUS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Antwerp?
Antwerp 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 Antwerp?
Antwerp is owned by MARCYES SCHMAUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antwerp built?
Antwerp was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Antwerp?
Antwerp 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 Antwerp?
Antwerp has a dam height of 20 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 Antwerp last inspected?
Antwerp was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.