Bethurem
Key Takeaway
Bethurem is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01137 |
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
GIFFORD RANCH, LLC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bethurem?
Bethurem 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 Bethurem?
Bethurem is owned by GIFFORD RANCH, LLC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bethurem built?
Bethurem was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Bethurem?
Bethurem 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 Bethurem?
Bethurem has a dam height of 15 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 Bethurem last inspected?
Bethurem was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.