Buck
Key Takeaway
Buck is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00293 |
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
MRS. ROBERT (BUCK) COLLINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buck?
Buck 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 Buck?
Buck is owned by MRS. ROBERT (BUCK) COLLINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buck built?
Buck was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Buck?
Buck 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 Buck?
Buck has a dam height of 29 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 Buck last inspected?
Buck was last inspected on June 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.