Bagley Brothers
Key Takeaway
Bagley Brothers is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 78.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 733 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 326 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00043 |
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
GRAVES RANCH, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bagley Brothers?
Bagley Brothers 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 Bagley Brothers?
Bagley Brothers is owned by GRAVES RANCH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bagley Brothers built?
Bagley Brothers was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Bagley Brothers?
Bagley Brothers 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 Bagley Brothers?
Bagley Brothers has a dam height of 35 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 Bagley Brothers last inspected?
Bagley Brothers was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.