Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 7,690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 644.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 646.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8,324 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,504 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01300 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike?
Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike?
Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike built?
Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike?
Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation, Hydroelectric, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike last inspected?
Buffalo Bill - Diamond Creek Dike was last inspected on August 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.