Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co.
Key Takeaway
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00652 |
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
BIG HORN RESERVOIR COMPANY (ED SCHUNKS)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co.?
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. 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 Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co.?
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. is owned by BIG HORN RESERVOIR COMPANY (ED SCHUNKS) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. built?
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co.?
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. 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 Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co.?
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. has a dam height of 15 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 Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. last inspected?
Cross & Cruse Creek Ditch Co. was last inspected on August 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.