Duck Nest Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Duck Nest Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 554 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02242 |
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
BLACKJEWEL LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duck Nest Reservoir?
Duck Nest Reservoir 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 Duck Nest Reservoir?
Duck Nest Reservoir is owned by BLACKJEWEL LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duck Nest Reservoir built?
Duck Nest Reservoir was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Duck Nest Reservoir?
Duck Nest Reservoir serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duck Nest Reservoir?
Duck Nest Reservoir has a dam height of 22 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 Duck Nest Reservoir last inspected?
Duck Nest Reservoir was last inspected on August 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.