Bosler

BOSLER SLOUGH OFFSTREAM· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1955· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Bosler is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 17.2% in WY)
Dam Length512 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.8K acre-ft
Surface Area266 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDWY00333

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: July 7, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WHEATLAND IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bosler?

Bosler 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 Bosler?

Bosler is owned by WHEATLAND IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bosler built?

Bosler was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bosler?

Bosler serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Bosler?

Bosler has a dam height of 18 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 Bosler last inspected?

Bosler was last inspected on July 7, 2021. 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.