Brownlee

W FORK CHEROKEE & COTTON CREEK· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1892· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Brownlee is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1892 and is 134 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY)
Dam Length702 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1892 (134 years old)
NID IDWY01571

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: May 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

JANE DALKE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brownlee?

Brownlee 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 Brownlee?

Brownlee is owned by JANE DALKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brownlee built?

Brownlee was completed in 1892, making it 134 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 Brownlee?

Brownlee 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 Brownlee?

Brownlee 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 Brownlee last inspected?

Brownlee was last inspected on May 28, 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.