Donaldson
Key Takeaway
Donaldson is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00626 |
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
V BAR F CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donaldson?
Donaldson 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 Donaldson?
Donaldson is owned by V BAR F CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donaldson built?
Donaldson was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Donaldson?
Donaldson serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Donaldson?
Donaldson has a dam height of 27 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 Donaldson last inspected?
Donaldson was last inspected on June 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.