Baumfalk
Key Takeaway
Baumfalk is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 655 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01016 |
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
LEOLA R. THAR TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baumfalk?
Baumfalk 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 Baumfalk?
Baumfalk is owned by LEOLA R. THAR TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baumfalk built?
Baumfalk was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Baumfalk?
Baumfalk serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baumfalk?
Baumfalk 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 Baumfalk last inspected?
Baumfalk was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.