Atlantic Rim
Key Takeaway
Atlantic Rim is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 645 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | WY01549 |
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
CITY OF RAWLINS (DANNY RODRIGUEZ)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Atlantic Rim?
Atlantic Rim 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 Atlantic Rim?
Atlantic Rim is owned by CITY OF RAWLINS (DANNY RODRIGUEZ) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atlantic Rim built?
Atlantic Rim was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Atlantic Rim?
Atlantic Rim serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Atlantic Rim?
Atlantic Rim has a dam height of 30 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 Atlantic Rim last inspected?
Atlantic Rim was last inspected on May 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.