Bradley
Key Takeaway
Bradley is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01566 |
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
JOHN & TIFFANY THURSTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bradley?
Bradley 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 Bradley?
Bradley is owned by JOHN & TIFFANY THURSTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bradley built?
Bradley 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 Bradley?
Bradley 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 Bradley?
Bradley has a dam height of 31 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 Bradley last inspected?
Bradley was last inspected on August 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.