Currant
Key Takeaway
Currant is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01607 |
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
LOMAX LAND & LIVESTOCK CO., INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Currant?
Currant 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 Currant?
Currant is owned by LOMAX LAND & LIVESTOCK CO., INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Currant built?
Currant was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Currant?
Currant 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 Currant?
Currant has a dam height of 29 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 Currant last inspected?
Currant was last inspected on September 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.