Bauman #1
Key Takeaway
Bauman #1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 3,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 409 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 855 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02417 |
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
UCROSS LAND COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bauman #1?
Bauman #1 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 Bauman #1?
Bauman #1 is owned by UCROSS LAND COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bauman #1 built?
Bauman #1 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Bauman #1?
Bauman #1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bauman #1?
Bauman #1 has a dam height of 10 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 Bauman #1 last inspected?
Bauman #1 was last inspected on April 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.