Dodd
Key Takeaway
Dodd is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 32.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 552 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00665 |
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
HARDESTY LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dodd?
Dodd 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 Dodd?
Dodd is owned by HARDESTY LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dodd built?
Dodd was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Dodd?
Dodd 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 Dodd?
Dodd has a dam height of 23 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 Dodd last inspected?
Dodd was last inspected on June 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.