Bonneville

GULCH TRIB BADWATER CREEK· Fremont, Wyoming· Built 1914· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Bonneville is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 86.7% in WY)
Dam Length1,010 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage681 acre-ft
Normal Storage511 acre-ft
Surface Area63 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge670 cfs
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)
NID IDWY01155

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

FLAGSTONE RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bonneville?

Bonneville 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 Bonneville?

Bonneville is owned by FLAGSTONE RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bonneville built?

Bonneville was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Bonneville?

Bonneville 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 Bonneville?

Bonneville has a dam height of 40 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 Bonneville last inspected?

Bonneville was last inspected on August 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.