Cadiz Stock
Key Takeaway
Cadiz Stock is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00640 |
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
LITTLE RANCH COMPANY, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cadiz Stock?
Cadiz Stock 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 Cadiz Stock?
Cadiz Stock is owned by LITTLE RANCH COMPANY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cadiz Stock built?
Cadiz Stock was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cadiz Stock?
Cadiz Stock 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 Cadiz Stock?
Cadiz Stock has a dam height of 32 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 Cadiz Stock last inspected?
Cadiz Stock was last inspected on June 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.