Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 17.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02613 |
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
CHESAPEAKE OPERATING, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir?
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir 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 Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir?
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir is owned by CHESAPEAKE OPERATING, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir built?
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir?
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir 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 Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir?
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir 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 Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir last inspected?
Brad Reese Water Impoundment Reservoir was last inspected on July 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.