C.H. Smith

SOUTH FORK TWIN CREEK· Lincoln, Wyoming· Built 1922· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

C.H. Smith is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY)
Dam Length805 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)
NID IDWY01203

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: October 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USDI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of C.H. Smith?

C.H. Smith 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 C.H. Smith?

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

When was C.H. Smith built?

C.H. Smith was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 C.H. Smith?

C.H. Smith serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is C.H. Smith?

C.H. Smith has a dam height of 20 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 C.H. Smith last inspected?

C.H. Smith was last inspected on October 17, 2019. 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.