Cardine Keith
Key Takeaway
Cardine Keith is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Height | 40 ft (taller than 86.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,543 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01349 |
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
FALLS RANCH LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cardine Keith?
Cardine Keith 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 Cardine Keith?
Cardine Keith is owned by FALLS RANCH LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cardine Keith built?
Cardine Keith was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Cardine Keith?
Cardine Keith serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cardine Keith?
Cardine Keith has a dam height of 40 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 Cardine Keith last inspected?
Cardine Keith was last inspected on June 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.