Cardwell
Key Takeaway
Cardwell is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 77.4% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00410 |
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
JOEL C. AND LAURA M. WENDLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cardwell?
Cardwell 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 Cardwell?
Cardwell is owned by JOEL C. AND LAURA M. WENDLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cardwell built?
Cardwell was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Cardwell?
Cardwell 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 Cardwell?
Cardwell has a dam height of 34 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 Cardwell last inspected?
Cardwell was last inspected on May 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.