Carr Springs

WAGON· Fremont, Wyoming· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Carr Springs is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length740 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDWY02514

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: July 20, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USDI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carr Springs?

Carr Springs 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 Carr Springs?

Carr Springs is owned by USDI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carr Springs?

Carr Springs serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Carr Springs?

Carr Springs has a dam height of 30 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 Carr Springs last inspected?

Carr Springs was last inspected on July 20, 2023. 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.