Buffalo Wildlife Pond
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Wildlife Pond is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 4.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,410 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02323 |
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
CITY OF BUFFALO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo Wildlife Pond?
Buffalo Wildlife Pond 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 Buffalo Wildlife Pond?
Buffalo Wildlife Pond is owned by CITY OF BUFFALO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo Wildlife Pond built?
Buffalo Wildlife Pond was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Wildlife Pond?
Buffalo Wildlife Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buffalo Wildlife Pond?
Buffalo Wildlife Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Buffalo Wildlife Pond last inspected?
Buffalo Wildlife Pond was last inspected on May 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.