Chace No. 1
Key Takeaway
Chace No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 26.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00173 |
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
CYNTHIA A. CHACE
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Chace No. 1?
Chace No. 1 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 Chace No. 1?
Chace No. 1 is owned by CYNTHIA A. CHACE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chace No. 1 built?
Chace No. 1 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Chace No. 1?
Chace No. 1 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 Chace No. 1?
Chace No. 1 has a dam height of 21 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 Chace No. 1 last inspected?
Chace No. 1 was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.