Coyote

COYOTE SPRING· Uinta, Wyoming· Built 1962· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Coyote is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.8% in WY)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWY01604

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: September 29, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MICHELI RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coyote?

Coyote 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 Coyote?

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

When was Coyote built?

Coyote was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Coyote?

Coyote 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 Coyote?

Coyote has a dam height of 8 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 Coyote last inspected?

Coyote was last inspected on September 29, 2022. 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.