Coy

YELLOW CREEK OFF CHANNEL· Uinta, Wyoming· Built 2009· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Coy is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 7.6% in WY)
Dam Length1,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area43 sq mi
Max Discharge29 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDWY02490

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: May 25, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

YC RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coy?

Coy 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 Coy?

Coy is owned by YC RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coy built?

Coy was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Coy?

Coy 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 Coy?

Coy has a dam height of 13 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 Coy last inspected?

Coy was last inspected on May 25, 2021. 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.