Coal Bank
Key Takeaway
Coal Bank is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 19.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00334 |
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
DUNMIRE RANCH CO. (MAX KROEGER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coal Bank?
Coal Bank 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 Coal Bank?
Coal Bank is owned by DUNMIRE RANCH CO. (MAX KROEGER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coal Bank built?
Coal Bank was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Coal Bank?
Coal Bank 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 Coal Bank?
Coal Bank has a dam height of 19 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 Coal Bank last inspected?
Coal Bank was last inspected on August 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.