Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility

TRIB JENSEN DRAW· Sweetwater, Wyoming· Built 2014· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in WY)
Dam Length2,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2014 (12 years old)
NID IDWY02551

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WEXPRO COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility?

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility 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 Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility?

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility is owned by WEXPRO COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility built?

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility?

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility?

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility has a dam height of 9 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 Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility last inspected?

Canyon Creek Evaporation Facility was last inspected on November 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.