City Shop Detention Pond
Key Takeaway
City Shop Detention Pond is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 4.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02565 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF TORRINGTON
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of City Shop Detention Pond?
City Shop Detention Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates City Shop Detention Pond?
City Shop Detention Pond is owned by TOWN OF TORRINGTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City Shop Detention Pond built?
City Shop Detention Pond was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 City Shop Detention Pond?
City Shop Detention Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City Shop Detention Pond?
City Shop Detention Pond has a dam height of 11 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 City Shop Detention Pond last inspected?
City Shop Detention Pond was last inspected on April 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.