Cedar Storage
Key Takeaway
Cedar Storage is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 418 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01043 |
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
JOE WHEELER ARLEDGE III LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Storage?
Cedar Storage 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 Storage?
Cedar Storage is owned by JOE WHEELER ARLEDGE III LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Storage built?
Cedar Storage was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Storage?
Cedar Storage 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 Cedar Storage?
Cedar Storage has a dam height of 25 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 Storage last inspected?
Cedar Storage was last inspected on May 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.