Daly

MIDDLE FORK CASPER CREEK· Natrona, Wyoming· Built 1945· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Daly is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 15% in WY)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage684 acre-ft
Normal Storage259 acre-ft
Surface Area63 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDWY00218

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 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

KEVIN LUND

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Daly?

Daly 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 Daly?

Daly is owned by KEVIN LUND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Daly built?

Daly was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Daly?

Daly 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 Daly?

Daly has a dam height of 17 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 Daly last inspected?

Daly was last inspected on September 20, 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.