Cedar Draw
Key Takeaway
Cedar Draw is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,056 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02309 |
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
TRIPLE DIAMOND LAND & CATTLE, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Draw?
Cedar Draw 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 Cedar Draw?
Cedar Draw is owned by TRIPLE DIAMOND LAND & CATTLE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Draw built?
Cedar Draw was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Cedar Draw?
Cedar Draw serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Cedar Draw?
Cedar Draw has a dam height of 33 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 Cedar Draw last inspected?
Cedar Draw was last inspected on May 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.