Bruce
Key Takeaway
Bruce is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01572 |
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
LOLA G. PHEASANT REV TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bruce?
Bruce 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 Bruce?
Bruce is owned by LOLA G. PHEASANT REV TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bruce built?
Bruce was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Bruce?
Bruce serves the following purposes: 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 Bruce?
Bruce has a dam height of 22 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 Bruce last inspected?
Bruce was last inspected on June 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.